About this opportunity
Northstrat Incorporated lists this Mid-Level Test Engineer opportunity in sterling, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Northstrat is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Test Engineer to join our Agile development team. The Test Engineer will play a critical role in software and system testing, with a strong emphasis on balancing manual execution and automated scripting. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the seamless integration and operation of complex systems in a fast‑paced Agile environment.
Responsibilities
Execute unit/component test procedures for all project components, create and execute integration test procedures, execute regression tests, coordinate and execute user acceptance testing and create and execute performance tests
Conduct component integration testing, which should include such items as performance and throughput benchmarking, fault tolerance, interface compliance, and functional completeness
Support current production system break/fix and enhancement efforts to include requirements review, test formulation, test scenario preparation, test execution, and test summary preparation
Document and analyze test results, produce status reports, and assist with the defect management process
Ability to perform requirement analysis and work independently to create test products test plans, test cases, and test reports of good quality
Assist with technical artifacts including the Requirements Verification Traceability Matrix (RVTM), Use Cases, and User Interface Specifications
Collect and report testing results to the architecture team and stakeholders on a regular basis
Monitor defects so that they progress in a timely manner and adhere to the defect tracking process/standards and ensure they are adequately retested when fixed
Identify potential testing or work product improvement
Provide informal demonstrations to staff and customers in conjunction with efforts
Document and track defects and change requests; provide input to and participate in Engineering Change Control processes; capture and report defect metrics
Requirements
Must have an active US government secret clearance (no exceptions)
At least 5‑8 years' relevant experience (bachelor's degree may be substituted for 2 years direct experience)
Experience with CI/CD platforms such as Gitlab, GitHub Actions, and Atlassian Bamboo is required
Must have experience with end‑to‑end (e2e) testing frameworks like Playwright, Selinium, and Cypress
Experience with PowerShell and Bash scripting is required
Should be comfortable reading Python, JavaScript, and SQL code
Knowledge of package tests into suites for smoke/regression test execution
Experience setting up Linux and Windows test environments, executing test cases, and tracking defects
Must have working experience with component, application, integration, and performance testing procedures and criteria
Working experience in defining acceptance criteria and coordinating and executing acceptance testing
Working experience in requirements traceability
Working experience with creating and executing test plans and procedures and documenting the expected and actual results
Desired Skills
Background in Mission Operations and RF systems
Experience with complex system integration activities
Benefits
Work/Life Balance
Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning.
Pay Range
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.
Flex Time
Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month.
Individual Benefits Account (IBA)
To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset - the employee. The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full‑time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. IBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employee's monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employee's salary.
Profit Sharing Plan (PSP)
The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employee's behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employee's compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP.
Lifelong Learning
Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through periodic company‑sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work‑related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities.
Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.
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Worksite address
sterling, VA, 22170, US
Who can apply
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