VES LLC ยท 1 month ago
Test Automation Engineer (Remote/In-Person)
Aberdeen Proving Ground,MD,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expVES, LLC is seeking a skilled and motivated Test Automation Engineer to support the development and testing of a next-generation Army Command and Control system. The successful candidate will contribute to ensuring software reliability for the Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System through both manual and automated testing.
Software
Responsibilities
Perform manual and automated testing of military-grade software systems
Review system, application, and software requirements for completeness and testability
Develop and maintain comprehensive software test plans and testing strategies
Conduct regression testing within iterative development cycles
Collaborate with developers and cross-functional team members to enhance testing processes
Utilize GitLab and DevOps tools for task tracking, version control, and test management
Apply professional software engineering practices across the full software development lifecycle
Support continuous improvement of test methodologies, frameworks, and supporting tools
Document and communicate defects, enhancements, and test results clearly and efficiently
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or similar
Strong understanding of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)
Experience developing software test plans and strategy documentation
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps workflows
Experience with version control systems, preferably GitLab
Ability to work independently as well as in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Strong analytical skills for evaluating software performance and quality
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
Minimum of 4 years of relevant software testing experience
Strong oral and written communication skills
Preferred
Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Python's *pytest*
Working knowledge of REST, SOAP, and related web service technologies
Familiarity with Army Mission Command Systems
Experience with SQL databases and load testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Neoload)
Knowledge of test management tools (e.g., TestLink, Zephyr, TestRail)
Understanding of military standards such as 6017A, 6017C, MIL2525C, or 2045-47001C
Knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP, UDP) and military networks (e.g., WIN-T, BFT2)
Experience with VMware/vSphere and Microsoft Windows Server administration
Benefits
Competitive salary
401(k) plan with company match
Comprehensive health insurance
Up to 15 paid vacation days per year
11 paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Company
VES LLC
Our goal is to solve the DoD's hardest Software & Systems Integration Challenges
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Matthew Vidovich
CEO
Bryan LeBaron
COO
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