Test Automation Engineer SE-3

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.•Niceville, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Odyssey is hiring an SE-3 Test Automation Engineer to support the 45th Test Squadron (45 TS/TGaA) Air Operations C2 Systems Test Flight at Eglin AFB, Florida. The role provides test automation and software/network performance support as a technical advisor across C4ISR systems. The engineer automates manual test procedures, supports developmental and operational testing, analyzes test data, develops technical documentation, and contributes to Agile and open-architecture test environments. This is a full-time, onsite position at Eglin AFB. Travel to contractor facilities, operational test sites, and other required locations may reach 25% CONUS/OCONUS.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must hold an active Secret clearance and be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and at least 3 years of relevant experience; experience may substitute for the degree.
3–10 years of relevant technical experience.
Must meet DoD 8140 foundational qualification requirements for the designated DCWF work role before onboarding; Security+ is required.
Experience with test automation and scripting.
Basic programming proficiency in Python, Bash, JavaScript, C, VB.Net, or VBA.
Familiarity with Linux operating systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team and with minimal supervision.
Ability to collaborate with SPOs, COCOMs, operational test organizations, and contractors.
High initiative and motivation.

Nice To Haves

Top Secret clearance.
Knowledge of Air Force C2 test methodologies (AFI 99-103).
Experience with Agile Open Architecture integrated test cycles.
Experience supporting software engineering test teams in Agile environments.
Familiarity with tactical sensors, fixed communications systems, network configuration, and computer-based systems.
Experience with USAF Technical Order management and processes.
Developmental or operational testing experience.
Experience researching and applying automated test technologies for load, performance, and functional testing.
Experience creating and managing script repositories.
Understanding of Agile open-architecture test cycles, software engineering test environments, and open-architecture development practices.
Familiarity with software/network performance testing and Web Services testing.
Knowledge of communications laydown, tactical sensors, communications systems, network configurations, and computer-based systems.

Responsibilities

Provide test automation and software/network performance support as a technical advisor for C4ISR systems.
Automate manual test procedures, maintain automated test suites, execute automated runs, and report findings.
Collaborate with engineering teams on defect cluster analysis and align automation strategies with core test objectives.
Conduct data analysis and apply engineering knowledge in support of test and evaluation, logistics, sustainment, operations analyses, technical studies, and system security activities.
Assist in developing system requirements, performance measures, entry and exit criteria, design constraints, and metrics.
Support DT&E, OT, FDE, RRT, and test readiness certifications by identifying deficiencies, verifying compliance, and assessing system stability.
Prepare, execute, review, and analyze test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports across the software development lifecycle.
Develop and write methods of tests, CONOPS, test cases, objectives, procedures, directives, technical reports, and requirement analyses.
Coordinate schedules, pre-test and post-test activities, test logistics, and distribution of results.
Travel to contractor facilities, operational test sites, and other required locations.
Communicate effectively in writing and orally, including through technical writing, briefings, and formal presentations.
Work effectively with teams and collaborate with SPOs, COCOMs, operational test organizations, and contractors.
Lead and direct others when required and support extended hours when needed to meet mission schedules.