Test Engineer 3

BCT LLC

$190K — $291K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) with 8+ years of experience.
  • If the degree is not in a STEM field, must have an additional 5 years of Testing for a total of 13 years.
  • Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java, or C#.
  • Comfortable with Linux/Unix command line interface.
  • Experience designing and developing automated test frameworks from scratch.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional agile teams to understand project requirements and user stories.
  • Understand HW intricacies to prioritize testing based on risks.
  • Design and prototype automated test frameworks for applications and REST APIs.
  • Analyze requirements and generate test use cases.
  • Identify, analyze, and report defects.
  • Verify fixes and track issues to resolution.
  • Perform manual testing when necessary to supplement automated efforts.

Benefits

  • Very competitive 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Independent 401(k) and Investment Advisory Services
  • BCT-Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Health/Dental/Vision Coverage
  • Competitive PTO & Federal Holiday package
  • Life/AD&D/Disability Coverage paid 100% by BCT
  • Generous Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition/Training Reimbursement
  • Gym Membership Program
  • Pet Adoption Program
  • Several Scholarship Opportunities- available to BCT family members/dependents.
Full Job Description
BCT LLC is seeking a Test Engineer 3. The ideal candidate must possess an active TS/SCI with POLY. This position is located in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. CI Poly must be less than five years old.

Role Description:

The candidate will be a dedicated tester with experience in both the Software and Hardware worlds. A tester in this role will enable other test teams and testing activities by designing testing postures/frameworks at a macro level and supporting work performed at the micro level. Members of this team will get a broad spectrum of the entire effort and help drive testing design/ improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional agile teams to understand project requirements and user stories.
  • Understand HW Intricacies to help prioritize testing based on risks.
  • Design and prototype automated test frameworks for applications and REST APIs.
  • Analyze requirements and generate test use cases.
  • Identify, analyze, and report defects.
  • Verify fixes and track issues to resolution.
  • Perform manual testing when necessary to supplement automated testing efforts.
  • Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-up meetings, sprint demos, and retrospectives.

Qualification requirements include:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) with 8+ years of experience.
  • If the degree is not in the STEM field, must have an additional 5 years of Testing for a total of 13 years.
  • Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java, or C#.
  • Comfortable with Linux/Unix command line interface and command execution.
  • Experience designing and developing automated test frameworks from scratch.

Desired skills:
  • Familiarity with Hardware and how it influences Software configuration/performance.
  • Familiarity with modern test automation tools and libraries (e.g., Selenium, SOAPUI, Python)
  • Familiarity with debugging mechanisms across various languages.
  • Familiarity with Container technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman) and orchestration technologies (e.g., RKE2)
  • Understanding of software configuration management practices and CVCD tools (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins).
  • Solid understanding of Scrum and agile methodologies.
  • Experience creating user stories and defining acceptance criteria.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to analyze requirements and create detailed test cases.
  • Knowledge of JIRA or similar tools for tracking issues and managing tasks.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to work effectively both independently and in a team.

What we Offer

Some of BCT LLC's benefit offerings include:
  • Very competitive 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Independent 401(k) and Investment Advisory Services
  • BCT-Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Health/Dental/Vision Coverage
  • Competitive PTO & Federal Holiday package
  • Life/AD&D/Disability Coverage paid 100% by BCT
  • Generous Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition/Training Reimbursement
  • Gym Membership Program
  • Pet Adoption Program
  • Several Scholarship Opportunities- available to BCT family members/dependents

Salary Range: $190,000 - $291,000

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