Test & Evaluation Engineer, Mid

Purpose and ImpactThe Geospatial Enterprise Open Data Store GEODS program provides integration design development testing and sustainment of enterprise data services in support of critical Federal Government missions.GEODS supports the development and operation of services that enable the discovery management access and distribution of geospatial data across enterprise environments.We are seeking a motivated Mid-Level Test and Evaluation Engineer to join our testing team. The successful candidate will support the verification and validation of software applications services and system components throughout the development lifecycle helping ensure that products meet functional performance and operational requirements before deployment.This position provides an opportunity to work collaboratively with software developers systems engineers integration teams and other technical professionals in an Agile development environment while contributing to both manual and automated testing initiatives.Work Schedule Work hours are 9am-5pm Monday through Friday.Essential ResponsibilitiesAs a GEODS Mid-Level Test and Evaluation Engineer you will support software testing activities across multiple development teams performing functional integration regression and automated testing to ensure system functionality reliability and compliance with documented requirements.Responsibilities includeDevelop maintain and execute test plans test cases test procedures and test scripts based on system requirements user stories and acceptance criteria.Identify opportunities to automate repetitive functional and regression tests to improve testing efficiency consistency and coverage.Troubleshoot automated test failures distinguish application defects from automation issues and maintain existing automated test suites as system functionality evolves.Perform manual and automated functional integration system and regression testing of software applications and services.Analyze functional and technical requirements to develop test scenarios and validate expected system behavior.Document test execution results identify defects and track issues through resolution using established defect management processes.Perform initial root cause analysis of test failures and collaborate with developers and integration engineers to investigate and resolve issues.Support test readiness activities including verification of test environments test data software builds and required system dependencies.Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning backlog refinement daily standups sprint reviews and retrospectives as appropriate.Collaborate with developers Scrum Masters systems engineers and other stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve testing issues.Support the preparation and maintenance of Test and Evaluation documentation including Test Plans Test Procedures Test Readiness Assessments and Test Reports.Participate in internal and formal test events including integration interoperability and user acceptance testing as required.Communicate testing progress results risks and impediments to the Test Lead and Test Manager.Contribute to improvements in testing processes automation frameworks and overall software quality.Work Environment Physical Demands and Mental DemandsWork is performed primarily in a professional office environment supporting a Federal Government contract.The position requires prolonged periods of computer use analysis of technical documentation execution of software testing activities and collaboration with technical teams.Work may involve access to classified facilities and systems adherence to established security procedures and participation in scheduled test events.Minimum Requirements Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesExperience performing software testing activities including functional integration regression and system testing.Ability to develop test cases test procedures and test scripts based on documented requirements and acceptance criteria.Experience identifying documenting tracking and retesting software defects.Working knowledge of software testing methodologies quality assurance practices and the Software Development Life Cycle SDLC.Experience analyzing test results investigating failures and assisting with root cause analysis.Experience working within Agile development environments including Scrum SAFe or similar methodologies.Experience using defect tracking and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence.Ability to interpret technical requirements system documentation and software design specifications.Ability to work independently on assigned testing activities while collaborating effectively with developers engineers and other testers.Strong analytical troubleshooting organizational and problem-solving skills.Ability to communicate technical findings testing status and identified issues clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to manage multiple testing assignments and meet established schedules and deadlines.Security Clearance RequiredActive TSSCI clearance with the ability to obtain a Polygraph.Minimum EducationCandidates must meet one of the following education and relevant experience combinationsMasters degree in a relevant field and 2 years of relevant experience.Bachelors degree in a relevant field and 4 years of relevant experience.Associates degree in a relevant field and 6 years of relevant experience.High school diploma or equivalent and 8 years of relevant experience.Relevant experience should include software testing software quality assurance test automation systems testing or related technical disciplines.Minimum Years of ExperienceA minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience with a bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience as outlined above.Preferred QualificationsWorking knowledge of cloud computing concepts and services preferably Amazon Web Services AWS.Familiarity with automated testing frameworks scripting concepts and test automation best practices.Experience developing and maintaining reusable automated test scripts test suites and test automation frameworks using TestComplete or similar toolExperience scripting in Python JavaScript VBScript or other languages supported by TestComplete.Experience testing web applications REST APIs and enterprise software services.Familiarity with API testing tools such as Postman or similar tools.Experience with additional automated testing tools such as Selenium Cucumber or LambdaTest.Experience integrating automated tests into Continuous IntegrationContinuous Deployment CICD pipelines.Familiarity with Jenkins or similar build and automation tools.Experience working with AWS cloud services and cloud-hosted applications.Familiarity with cloud-based cross-domain solutions including AWS Diode Services.Familiarity with artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies including AWS SageMaker.Experience supporting test activities within Federal Government or Department of Defense environments.Familiarity with National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency NGA requirements processes including Requests for Change RFCs.Familiarity with formal Government Test and Evaluation processes and documentation.Experience supporting integration interoperability or operational readiness testing.SAFe Certified ScrumMaster CSM or similar Agile certification.AWS or other applicable technical certifications.javelinThis position is not designated as a safety sensitive position.As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentums role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.Other ResponsibilitiesSafety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aidbuddy aid responsibilities participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand hisher Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read understand and implement the general and specific operational safety quality and environmental requirements of all plans procedures and policies pertaining to hisher job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status. Compensation Details115000 - 155000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.Benefits OverviewOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings includeHealth dental and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits including 401k matchingEducational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement CBA the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act SCA or other employment contracts may include different provisionsbenefits. Original Posting11092026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race sex sexual orientation pregnancy including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding age ancestry United States military or veteran status color religion creed marital or domestic partner status medical condition genetic information national origin citizenship status low-income status or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation or any other protected category under federal state or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters.