Test Engineer Security Clearance

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Job Title:

Test Engineer

Location:

Sterling, VA

Clearance: TS/SCI Poly — This position is contingent upon contract award.

• Assist P&O teams and Mission Partners in evaluation of software and documentation prior to release, deployment, or installation.
• Develop tool chains, automated test harnesses, and scripts to perform unit, component/sub-system, and system testing.
• Work with TL, OM, Mission Director, and Mission Partners to coordinate, execute and document integration/test verification and validation prior to deployment.
• Provide deployment/post‑installation test plans/harnesses to validate installation.
• Conduct software compatibility tests with programs, hardware, operating systems, or network environments.
• Design or develop automated testing tools, test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.
• Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.
• Develop or specify standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality or release readiness.
• Document software defects, use a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.
• Monitor bug resolution efforts and track successes and program performance to ensure efficient and problem‑free operations.
• Participate in formal and informal reviews to determine quality.
• Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.
• Document and deliver all required testing and quality artifacts for review and CL control.

• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), quality management systems (QMS), and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with various testing tools and techniques, including manual and automated testing.
• Experience with test automation tools such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or Appium.
• Familiarity with relevant programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#).
• Ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and devise effective solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous approach to testing, with a keen eye for discrepancies and inconsistencies.

• Experience working in Agile and Dev Ops environments.
• Experience with performance and security testing techniques and tools.
• Familiarity with SQL and database operations.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and services.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Knowledge of specific industry or domain related to product being tested.

• ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL).
• ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level (specializations such as Test Analyst, Technical Test Analyst, or Test Manager).
• Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE).
• Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE).
• Certified Agile Tester.
• Certified Selenium Tester.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

Nightwing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.