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Innovim-Defense-Services,-LLC lists this Mid-Level System Test Engineer - DoW opportunity in colorado springs, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Join our Space Systems Test & Integration team supporting the Missile Defense Space Enterprise Architecture (MDSEA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. As a Mid-Level System Test Engineer, you will provide technical guidance for verification, validation, integration, and mission readiness activities across complex satellite ground system environments.
This position requires hands-on experience with space-ground enterprise systems, mission system integration, IT infrastructure, test automation, and DevSecOps-aligned development pipelines. You will guide multidisciplinary engineering teams, support DT/OT test events, and ensure mission-critical systems meet stringent operational requirements.
We’re Looking For: Mission-focused test engineer with strong technical experience in system-level testing with satellite ground systems, and the ability to
coordinate across multiple vendors, engineering teams, and government stakeholders in secure DoD environments.
Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Relocation Assistance: None available at this time
Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position
Clearance Type: DoW Secret
Shift: Day Shift
Primary Responsibilities
Develop and execute system level test strategies, plans, procedures, and verification artifacts.
Provide technical guidance that will be used by MDSEA System Engineers to ensure test standardization and performance targets are met
Coordinate test activities across multiple vendors, engineering teams, Agile groups, and government stakeholders.
Manage the Integrated Master Test Schedule (IMTS) for DT/OT events, integration milestones, and readiness reviews.
Conduct functional, integration, regression, performance, cybersecurity, and end to end mission system testing.
Validate software builds, configuration changes, and modifications to enterprise satellite ground system components.
Test IT infrastructure which includes servers, networks, storage systems, virtualized environments, and mission critical enterprise services.
Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for seamless integration into a modern DevSecOps CI/CD pipeline to increase test coverage and efficiency.
Apply familiarity with DevSecOps/DevOps pipelines to support Infrastructure as Code through automated builds, deployments, and integration workflows.
Identify, document, and track system anomalies, lead defect triage and root cause analyses for complex system issues, and coordinate resolution across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Produce test reports, readiness assessments, risk summaries, and technical briefings for leadership and government stakeholders.
Support strict configuration management, cybersecurity compliance, and test documentation quality.
Provide technical test leadership during integration events, readiness reviews, operational demonstrations, and certification milestones
Basic Requirements:
Must have 6, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
May be reduced with completion of advanced education
Must have 3, or more, years of directly related experience in complex enterprise IT system testing and integration, underpinned by a solid foundation in systems engineering principles.
Must have experience with enterprise IT infrastructure (servers, networks, storage, virtualization, system services).
Must have a demonstrated high proficiency in authoring comprehensive test plans and test cases, and leading the execution of complex test campaigns.
Must have experience designing or executing test automation solutions.
Must have experience coordinating across multiple vendors, engineering teams, Agile environments, and government stakeholders.
Strong understanding of requirements analysis, verification methodologies, and the Systems Engineering V model.
Must have experience decomposing complex systems into testable components.
Must be familiar with Agile practices and secure development workflows.
Must have an active DoW Secret Security Clearance
Desired Requirements:
Have experience with space mission systems or enterprise satellite ground architectures.
Have 1, or more, relevant DoW 8570 IAT Level II certifications such as Security+
Be able to operate independently within classified DoD environments.
Be able to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance
Be familiar with DevSecOps/DevOps pipelines, CI/CD workflows, automated software deployments, and secure, air-gapped environments.
Have a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related technical field
This position is expected to pay $120,000 - $150,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
INNOVIM Defense Services is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support.
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Worksite address
colorado springs, CO, 80509, US
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