Test Engineer (Defense)

TL;DR

Test Engineer (Defense): Executing manual and automated test processes for defense and intelligence software systems with an accent on high-side and low-side environment testing. Focus on delivering formal test documentation, implementing automated testing frameworks, and ensuring system reliability for national security missions.

Location: Must be willing to work in the office 5 days a week in Herndon, VA or Melbourne, FL. Must be a U.S. Citizen and hold an active TS/SCI security clearance.

Salary: $99,000 - $145,200 (Washington, DC metro area range)

Company

hirify.global is a leader in signal and image processing, providing innovative software solutions for defense, intelligence, and earth observation missions.

What you will do

• Execute manual and automated test processes across low and high side environments.
• Deliver formal test documentation and reports to ensure reliability and quality standards.
• Provide hands-on automated testing expertise for front-end, back-end, and end-to-end processes.
• Collaborate with software and system engineers to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Contribute to the selection and implementation of testing tools and technologies.

Requirements

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in manual and automated testing.
• Strong experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Experience with Java programming and familiarity with Linux/Windows environments.

Nice to have

• Experience with Jenkins for continuous integration.
• Proficiency in static code analysis tools like SonarQube and security testing with Fortify.
• Experience with Cypress for automated end-to-end testing.
• Knowledge of cloud testing environments and DevOps pipelines.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including 401(k) with company match.
• Mental health resources and support.
• Unique perks such as student loan repayment assistance and pet insurance.
• Mission-driven work supporting national security and global sustainability.