Develops and executes manual and automated test plans and cases, identifies and tracks defects, and creates and maintains testing scripts and tools. Collaborates with technical teams and operational end-users to validate operational requirements and identify issues before deployment. The role is fully onsite in Quantico, Virginia and supports a mission-critical federal intelligence program requiring active Top Secret clearance and eligibility for SCI access with a CI polygraph.
Be Challenged and Make a Difference
In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.
Description of Task to be Performed:
AnaVation is seeking an experienced Test Engineer to join our growing team and support an exciting, mission-critical work program. The selected candidate will develop and execute test plans and test cases; perform both manual and automated testing; identify, document, and track bugs and issues; and develop and maintain testing scripts and tools.
The Test Engineer will work as part of a high performing technical team alongside operational end-users to ensure the testing being performed meets operational requirements and to identify potential issues before they impact end-users.
This position is on site with our customer in Quantico, VA and cannot be supported remotely.
This position requires an active Top Secret clearance and the ability to obtain SCI accesses with a CI polygraph.
Required Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer and Information Security, Computer Security, Computer Forensics, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related field. Relevant training, certifications, and work experience may be accepted in lieu of degree at the customer’s discretion.
- Experience:
- 3 years of relevant work experience performing software testing (manual and automated).
- Experience programming in Python, scripting, and/or using Python for automated test pipelines.
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing test plans.
- Experience developing and maintaining testing scripts and tools.
Active Top-Secret clearance and the ability to obtain SCI access with a CI polygraph.
Preferred Qualifications:
- In-depth knowledge of mobile and desktop operating systems.
- Knowledge of DevOps best practices.
- Experience with forensic analysis a plus.
Benefits
- Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
- 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
- 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
- 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
- 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
- Competitive Pay
- Generous paid leave and holiday package
- Tuition and training reimbursement
- Life and AD&D Insurance
About AnaVation
AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!
AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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