Maxar Technologies

Test Engineer (TS/SCI)

Maxar Technologies$90K — $132K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Must have a current/active TS/SCI security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of experience in manual and automated testing
  • Strong experience with automated testing tools for front-end and back-end
  • Experience delivering formal test documentation in a structured environment
  • Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating systems
  • Experience with Java programming

Responsibilities

  • Execute manual and automated test processes in both low side and high side environments
  • Deliver formal test documentation and reports to ensure product reliability and quality
  • Provide hands-on expertise in automated testing across front-end, back-end, and full end-to-end processes
  • Collaborate with software and system engineers for comprehensive test coverage
  • Contribute to selecting and implementing appropriate testing tools and technologies

Benefits

  • Competitive 401(k) with company match
  • Access to mental health resources
  • Unique perks like student loan repayment assistance
  • Adoption reimbursement
  • Pet insurance support
Full Job Description

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Please review the job details below.

Vantor is seeking a Test Engineer who is experienced in both manual and automated testing to support various test processes across different environments (low side and high side) within the KTIS program. You will be responsible for delivering formal test documentation and ensuring that our products are reliable and meet necessary standards. We are looking for someone who has hands-on experience with automated testing (front-end, back-end, and full end-to-end) and who can contribute to the selection and implementation of the right technologies to meet testing needs.

Vantor is a leader in the field of signal and image processing. This team is building innovative software using mathematical solutions to support users in the defense and intelligence communities. Vantor's products and services contribute to missions in support of national security, provide expertise used in the latest app technology, and support efforts for the health and sustainability of our planet. Now is your chance to amplify your impact, working to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

 

As an industry-leading earth observation satellite imagery provider, Vantor unlocks the promise of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. We monitor global change, deliver broadband communications, and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure and Earth Intelligence.

 

Principal Responsibilities:

  • Execute manual and automated test processes in low side and high side environments.

  • Deliver formal test documentation and reports, ensuring that products meet the necessary reliability and quality standards.

  • Provide hands-on automated testing expertise for front-end, back-end, and full end-to-end processes.

  • Collaborate with software and system engineers to ensure comprehensive test coverage and efficient test execution.

  • Contribute to the selection and implementation of the right tools and technologies for testing needs.

 

Minimum Requirements:

  • Must have a current/active TS/SCI

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline (4 years of additional experience may be substituted for a degree).

  • 5+ years of experience in manual and automated testing.

  • Must be willing to work in the office 5 days a week in Herndon, VA or Melbourne, FL.

  • Willing to take on a hands-on role in testing processes.

  • Strong experience with automated testing tools and frameworks for front-end and back-end testing.

  • Experience delivering formal test documentation in a structured environment.

  • Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating environments.

  • Experience with Java programming.

 

Desired Skills:

  • Experience with end-to-end automated testing.

  • Experience with continuous integration environments, particularly Jenkins.

  • Experience in cloud testing environments.

  • Proficient in static code analysis tools such as SonarQube.

  • Experience with Cypress for automated testing, including running tests during builds and nightly end-to-end tests.

  • Familiarity with Fortify for security testing and troubleshooting configurations in Jenkins.

  • Experience with DevOps pipelines, including validation tests, services, processes, and reporting through Confluence.

  • Understanding of unit testing practices and how to utilize available data effectively in low side environments.

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Pay Transparency: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

● The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 - $132,000.00 annually. ● The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $99,000.00 - $132,000.00 - $145,200.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.  If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. 

The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.

About Maxar Technologies

Maxar Technologies is a space technology company that provides solutions for Earth observation, space infrastructure, and geospatial intelligence. The company was formed in 2017 through the merger of DigitalGlobe and MDA. Maxar is headquartered in Westminster, Colorado and has operations in Canada, Europe, and Asia. The company has a diverse customer base that includes government agencies, commercial companies, and non-profit organizations.
Learn more about Maxar Technologies
Size
4,400 employees
Market Cap
$3.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$303 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+2.6%
Revenue
$1.7 billion
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