1647 - Software Quality Assurance Tester

Sigma Defense•Belcamp, MD

10d•$87,000 - $134,000

About The Position

Sigma Defense is currently seeking a Software Quality Assurance Tester to join our team! The Software Test Engineer will support the PdM Mission Network and PdM Network Modernization programs by ensuring rigorous testing standards and compliance with requirement traceability. This role is central to developing, executing, and reporting on test procedures that directly impact mission success and customer satisfaction. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

10+ years of Software Test Engineering experience.
5+ years in the Department of Defense contracting market of major weapon systems product development and acquisitions.
Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with developers and stakeholders.
Experience obtaining customer feedback and translating it into actionable recommendations.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher.

Nice To Haves

Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST), International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Certification) are preferred.
Industry certifications and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Responsibilities

Write and deliver monthly reports on testing procedures and results to support client-driven software development.
Troubleshoot software, devise innovative solutions, and document resolutions for knowledge sharing.
Implement test procedures for vendor applications (Cisco, Palo Alto, Aruba) to ensure compliance with specifications prior to government witness testing.
Identify integration issues and vulnerabilities, report findings, and provide improvement recommendations for future system design.
Develop Master Test Plans, Software Test Plans, Test Descriptions, and Test Reports to meet CMMI Level 3 requirements.
Collaborate with the Software Development team to align products with customer needs and requirements.
Design and execute manual and automated tests (white box, black box, gray box) to evaluate quality, speed, and functionality.
Convert manual test cases into automated cases using PowerShell and VBS.