Amentum

Test Engineer

Amentum • $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or technical discipline, or five years of relevant experience.
  • Five years of experience in nuclear operations and command/control principles.
  • Five years of software engineering experience in real-time software-intensive systems.
  • Three years of specialized experience in software requirements analysis and specification development.
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Perform multiple roles within an Agile Scrum team, focusing on testing.
  • Support test-driven development (TDD) activities.
  • Contribute to automated testing across various levels.
  • Execute and analyze test cases effectively.
  • Design and implement effective test cases and test data.
  • Test distributed systems, including databases and web front ends.
  • Utilize various testing tools for unit, UI, and load testing.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description

Amentum is seeking a Test Engineer to join our engineering team in Dahlgren, VA. This position supports the SLCM-N Program and provides the opportunity to work with new systems, leading-edge weapon system capabilities, technologies, software, hardware, and development tools. The role will also support the Government in the development of new concepts, technologies, and Fleet capabilities.


Test Engineer Essential Responsibilities:


  • Perform multiple roles within an Agile, cross-functional Scrum team, with a primary focus on testing.
  • Support test-driven development (TDD) activities.
  • Acquire in-depth domain knowledge and understanding.
  • Contribute to automated testing at various levels, including exploratory, system, integration, unit, end-to-end, contract, security, and performance testing.
  • Execute and analyze test cases.
  • Design effective test cases and test data.
  • Test distributed systems that include databases, application servers, and web front ends.
  • Perform unit testing using JUnit/Jest and code coverage tools such as JaCoCo.
  • Utilize UI testing tools such as Graphene/Selenium.
  • Utilize load-testing tools such as JMeter.
  • Utilize dynamic security testing tools such as Burp Suite and JavaScript.
  • Apply Agile software development methodologies and DevSecOps technologies.
  • Perform software engineering activities, including analysis, requirements, design, code, and testing.
  • Utilize collaborative tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, and Confluence.
  • Apply knowledge of DevSecOps technologies, including Docker containerized microservices, Red Hat OpenShift, and Jenkins CI/CD pipelines.
  • Understand and solve technical problems.
  • Work effectively as a member of a dynamic, self-organizing team.
  • Work directly with program stakeholders, including sponsors, end users, and contractors.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow.
  • Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Requirements:


  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline; or five years of demonstrated and established knowledge and subject-matter testing expertise in lieu of the degree.
  • Five years of experience with nuclear operations, nuclear command and control principles, strategic weapons, nuclear planning, and national-level command and control programs.
  • Five years of software engineering experience in a real-time software-intensive Weapon System, Command System, or Intelligence System, including software requirements definition activities.
  • Three years of specialized experience in:
    • Software engineering requirements analysis.
    • Design tradeoff studies.
    • Structured requirements analysis methodologies for real-time software-intensive weapon systems.
    • Specification development on weapon systems using tools such as Dynamic Object Oriented Requirements System (DOORS).
    • Software requirements definition, engineering analysis, or software specification development.
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance. Note: U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Test experience with NAVSEA Weapons Systems.
  • Top Secret clearance.

Compensation Details:

130000

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

10/05/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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