Test Engineer

Ardent Eagle Solutions•Washington, DC

About The Position

To provide leadership in the planning, design, development, and execution of comprehensive test and evaluation strategies for complex software and hardware systems, ensuring full compliance with system requirements, performance standards, and applicable Government regulations. The role ensures the effective implementation of automated testing frameworks, risk-based quality assurance practices, and verification and validation processes to enhance system reliability, mitigate technical risk, and support mission success across the system development lifecycle. Background Ardent Eagle Solutions is a mission-focused government contracting firm providing professional, administrative, and technical support services to federal agencies. The company delivers steady, reliable execution across diverse programs, supporting clients in achieving operational excellence while maintaining compliance, integrity, and accountability. Ardent Eagle Solutions is committed to building high-performing teams, fostering a culture of professionalism and collaboration, and delivering responsive support aligned with customer mission requirements. Through disciplined processes and a people-centered approach, AES partners with government agencies to provide scalable, compliant, and results-driven solutions.

Requirements

Approximately 5 years of experience in a related field.
Requires BS/BA Degree (or equivalent).
Related Industry Certifications.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, recommend, and implement automated testing tools, frameworks, and strategies in alignment with program and enterprise objectives.
Design, develop, document, and execute system, integration, regression, performance, and acceptance test plans and procedures.
Develop and maintain automated test scripts, test harnesses, and test architectures to validate software and hardware application products.
Perform verification and validation (V&V) activities to ensure compliance with system requirements, specifications, and applicable standards.
Analyze user and system requirements to develop traceable test cases and acceptance criteria.
Identify, document, and track defects; perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
Prepare and deliver test status reports, risk assessments, metrics, and briefings to Government stakeholders.
Lead and/or participate in risk management activities, including identification, analysis, mitigation planning, and monitoring of technical risks.
Provide technical leadership and guidance on test design, automation best practices, and quality engineering methodologies.
Support configuration management, change control processes, and accreditation activities as required.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams throughout design, development, integration, and deployment phases.
Ensure adherence to applicable Federal, DoD, agency, cybersecurity, and quality standards and policies.