Software Test Engineer

OverviewRiverTech, an Akima company, is hiring a Software Test Engineer to support the DSLM contract in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The Software Test Engineer will be responsible for verification and validation of SW product releases, development, and maintenance of software test scripts, determining optimal approach to testing complex products or solutions in order to assure compliance with applicable specifications.As a Software Test Engineer you will define, develop, and execute complex test procedures in support the DSLM contract for modifications and upgrades to the Satellite Control Network (SCN) communication systems that link satellite operations centers with worldwide remote satellite tracking stations.Responsibilities

• evelop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for integration, functional, regression, and site testing.
• Identify system and software problems through testing, and record and report test results.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts.
• Work closely with developers, business analyst, and product owner to define testing approach for validating requirements against developed software.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to understand project specifics and create test strategies.
• Participate in Agile Software meetings such as backlog grooming and sprint planning.
• Map test cases to requirements and acceptance criteria.

Qualifications

• BS Degree with minimum 3 years of experience of related experience or equivalent combination of education / experience.
• Must be able to obtain or possess a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Test script development skills using at least one scripting language, such as Python.
• Test design, development, and execution.

Desired Qualifications :

• Experience developing and executing automated test scripts.
• Experience on DoD programs and interaction with government stakeholders - SCN experience is a plus.
• Experience using the following COTS tools: VersionOne, GitHub, SharePoint, Fortify.
• Writing custom simulations.
• Agile Software Development experience.
• Knowledge of software and database testing methodologies.
• Knowledge of Agile software testing strategies.

Posted Salary Range$83,000-$85,000Benefits InformationRegular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).Job: Engineering/DesignTravel: Yes, 25% of the timeOrganization: RiverTechClearance: Able to Obtain SecretWork Type: On-SiteRemote: NoReqID: 2024-13339