Peraton · 10 hours ago
Software Test Engineer SME
Fort Bragg, NC, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$104K/yr - $166K/yr
12+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking a highly cleared Software Test Engineer - SME to provide technical and management leadership for software testing and quality assurance in support of national security operations.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provides leadership on major software testing and quality assurance efforts. Recognized as a domain expert
Provides authoritative leadership in software testing strategy, defect management, and process improvement
Shapes enterprise testing strategy and ensures alignment with required deliverables
Directs systematic testing of software applications across enterprise systems
Provides expertise in regression, performance, and deployment testing
Oversees enterprise-wide defect tracking and resolution processes
Shapes testing documentation standards and compliance verification methods
Ensures continual improvement through advanced analysis and reporting
Recognized for expertise in software testing and quality assurance
Forecasts testing impacts and contributes to contract reviews
Advises on acquisition logistics and system planning
Trains staff in testing frameworks and compliance standards
Ensures traceability, auditability, and compliance across all testing phases
Utilizes the following TO Management & Financial Tracking Tools: Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate); G Invoicing API; ASSIST portal integration; variance analysis dashboards; MS Project; Primavera; GFP management modules; WBS tracking systems; ServiceNow; Jira Service Desk; automated RIP/CTP/TAR workflows; SharePoint libraries; Confluence; Microsoft Search; lessons learned databases; video library repositories; Archer GRC; internal audit portals; Excel/SharePoint audit templates; CMDB with version control; Power BI with R/Python integration; Tableau; predictive analytics engines; Teams; Azure AD role based access; mobile access via Power Apps
Utilizes the following Role Specific Tools: Automated testing frameworks (JUnit, NUnit, pytest, Selenium, Cypress); CI/CD platforms with integrated test pipelines (GitLab CI/CD, DAST, Jenkins, Azure DevOps); software quality and security scanning tools (SonarQube, SCAP scanners, Nessus); requirements traceability and test management systems (IBM DOORS, Jama, TestRail); version control and configuration management utilities (Git, Ansible, Terraform); Systems Integration Lab (SIL) environments replicating RGEP baselines; tri domain lab tools for IL4/IL5/IL6 enclaves with routing/VRF and crypto modules (FIPS 140 3, HAIPE); time synchronization utilities (PTP, GPSDO); policy testing frameworks with golden test packs and version control; performance and load testing platforms (JMeter, LoadRunner); interoperability and regression testing dashboards; test readiness review (TRR) packages with test matrix, golden data hashes, SLO compliance charts, and rollback procedures; operational test (OT) scenario validation tools for IOC/FOC milestones; documentation templates for test plans, test reports, and lessons learned repositories
Qualification
Required
Previous experience as a Software Test Engineer or similar role supporting a DoD customer at the CCMD level
Minimum of 12 years' experience with BS/BA, or 10 years' experience with MS/MA, or 7 years' experience with PhD. OR 16 years without a degree OR 14 years with AS/AA
A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level
US citizenship is required
DOD 8140 Compliance based on functional role for WRC: 671 Systems Testing and Evaluation Specialist, Advanced Level / ability to obtain
Preferred
DoD-approved IA baseline certification for ADP-III/IT-III based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment
Benefits
Access to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity community
Opportunity to work with advanced tactical communications technologies and AISR systems
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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