Software Test Engineer

SAIC is seeking an Interoperability System Test Engineer to support execution of large-scale distributed test events and federations in support of USPACOM . Position is located on Redstone Arsenal and intended to work as part of team to support protocol, federation, test plan execution, installation and troubleshooting for a software development package supporting Modeling and Simulation events.

Required travel of up to 30% with overseas travel from 1 to 3.5 weeks at a time to support exercise deployment and user support

JOB DESCRIPTION:

- Targeting a high-energy Junior to Mid-Level Engineer capable of learning specific simulation architectures on the job.
- Working knowledge and experience in scripting languages (e.g. Python, Bash or PowerShell) to create, maintain, and execute automated test suites
- Experience validating REST APIs, data ingestion endpoints, and network payloads under loaded test conditions
- Ability to execute automated test scripts and report results within existing automated software pipelines (e.g. GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins)
- System administration experience with Linux and Windows operating environments (with Department of War background as a plus)
- Working familiarity with containerized applications and orchestration platforms to deploy and reset test beds (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker or virtualized VMware/Proxmox nodes)
- Maintain system security compliance applying DISA STIGs and executing routine system patching
- Document updates for user manuals and procedures

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

- Bachelors in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering or other related technical field; practical lab experience of four (4) years accepted in lieu of degree
- Experience working with operating systems such as RHEL, Ubuntu and Windows Operating systems
- Willing to travel 30% overseas in support of installation, testing and exercise events.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

- Working knowledge and troubleshooting of simulation network protocols: DIS, HLA, TINA
- Software Testing knowledge (scripting, automated testing)
- SELinux working knowledge
- Docker / Kubernetes working knowledge

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

- Must have a current DoD 8570.01-M IAT level II or higher certification (e.g. Security+ CE, CySA+, CISSP, CASP) prior to start

REQUIRED CLEARANCES:

- Must have an active Secret clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance
- Must be a current US Citizen
- Must have or obtain a US Passport within 30 days of start