Who is Trace3?
Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.
Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!
Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.
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Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times
We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.
Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover
We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.
Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart
We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.
JOB SUMMARY:
Trace3 Gov’s NORAD Cheyenne Mountain Complex (NCMC) Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract (NISSC) II Team provides engineering expertise and IT services in support of various NORAD, NORTHCOM, USSTRATCOM, and US Space Force Command and Control (C2) missions. The NISSC II-covered systems provide timely, accurate, unambiguous, and continuous classified communications and processing capability in operations centers at Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station, Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado; Offutt AFB, Nebraska; Vandenberg, California; and other worldwide operational locations.
In concert with the prime NISSC II contractor, T3G employees perform enterprise architecture, system engineering, software development, system integration, and system test duties to fulfill NISSC II operations, maintenance, and sustainment requirements.
Experience supporting capability development, delivery, and sustainment of Command and Control (C2) systems within an Agile environment supporting the missile warning, missile defense, and space domain awareness (SDA) domains is highly desired.
The Software Test Engineer will be responsible for verifying that new software code or hardware technical refreshes have been properly deployed into the production environment. Candidate will be responsible for developing, applying, and maintaining quality standards for products with adherence to internal and external standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Create and execute detailed test plans and procedures using approved requirements, design, testing standards and data input
- Document any deviations from procedure steps during execution to support proper QA and Customer review
- Remain focused upon continuous improvement of the testing process using automation tools, training and quality/peer reviews
- Ability to work in shared, computer lab environments on complex systems
- Work with all stakeholders to ensure requirements are testable and applicable to the release
- Work with development teams to track and resolve design issues discovered during testing phases
- Maintain documentation of test results
- Analyze test results and recommend corrective actions
- Submit test reports at the end of the formal test phase
- Develop standards and procedures to provide quality guidance methods
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 3 years of experience
- Software/systems testing and verification
- 3 years of experience in the ITW/AA mission domain experience preferred
- Experience with Agile Development methodologies
- Experience in Test Driven Development and Continuous Integration Environments
- 1 year of experience in the development and use of automated testing of software/systems
- SECURITY CLEARANCE: Secret Clearance, TS preferred
- EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, or equivalent experience
- CERTIFICATIONS: DoD 8570 IAT II or higher – or ability to obtain within 90 days of starting
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions at Trace3 Gov, due to security clearance requirements for government/federal contracts held by T3G.
The Perks
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
- Competitive Compensation
- Training and development programs
- Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
- Collaborative and cool culture
- Work-life balance and generous paid time off
Our Commitment
At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do.
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.
As an equal opportunity employer, Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, merit, and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary, kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and will not be used in employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview, please email [email protected].
***To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
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Trace3 Denver, Colorado, USA Office
4601 DTC Blvd, Denver, CO, United States
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