Quality Assurance Specialist

Job Number: R0241437

When a user tries a new system, they expect it to be intuitive and run smoothly. Functionality, reliability, and user experience are key to successful information systems, and that means rigorous testing. That's why we need you, a quality assurance specialist who is eager to thoroughly test software and help our team release the best systems possible.

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you'll develop and perform tests of systems to identify hardware and software deficiencies and verify compliance with system requirements. You'll document software defects and requirement compliance, report defects to developers, and create and maintain databases of known issues. You'll also participate in software design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, operational characteristics, product designs, and schedules.

You’ll work with software developers, network engineers, and system administrators to evaluate developed systems in a networked environment for the Department of War (DoW) warfighter. In addition, you will support simulator environments by validating that virtual systems accurately represent real‑world platform behavior and mission conditions.

A key part of this role includes developing a strong understanding of mission profiles and operational workflows, then applying that knowledge to test planning and execution. You'll collaborate directly with pilots and other operational users to gather feedback, assess realism, and ensure the virtual environment reflects real‑world performance, procedures, and constraints.

You’ll expand your experience across testing disciplines, including manual, automation, performance, accessibility, usability, user acceptance testing, simulator support, and testing process improvement. This is an opportunity to broaden your skills in documenting and resolving system deficiencies while taking the next step in your Quality Assurance Specialist career.

This position is located in Patuxent River, MD.

• Experience in quality assurance or software testing
• Knowledge of computer systems
• Knowledge of testing software applications
• Ability to work flexible hours and shift work
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED and 2+ years of experience in quality assurance or software testing, or Bachelor's degree

• Experience working in an Agile SAFe environment
• Experience with Scheduling Tools
• Knowledge of JIRA, Git Hub and Confluence
• Knowledge of how systems operate within a networked environment
• Ability to write and execute Test Plans
• Possession of strong communication skills to communicate effectively
• CompTIA Security+ Certification

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information;
Secret clearance is required.

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs.

Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $52,900.00 to $ (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.