Test Engineer - TCNO

Position Description:

NetSEA Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Test Engineer to join our team at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD, in support of the Army's network modernization efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing tests for UNO systems, ensuring they meet the functional and non-functional requirements of the Army Tactical Network. This role involves close collaboration with Army stakeholders, including network engineers, operators, and cybersecurity specialists, to identify and prioritize testing requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test Planning: Create comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts for NETOPS systems. Support the development and maintenance of Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs) and Test and Evaluation Strategies (TESs) in accordance with Army Test and Evaluation Guidance, Policies, and templates. Coordinate test resources to support test events and ensure successful test execution.
• Test Management: Oversee the execution of tests, identify defects, and report results. Review test reports and lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for issues found during testing.
• Process Improvement: Identify and maintain relevant metrics for assessing the success of test and evaluation. Recommend improvements and tools to enhance test and evaluation efficiency and effectiveness.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the Army Tactical Network architecture.
• Experience with current Army NetOps tools and understanding of Army soldier roles, responsibilities, and processes.
• Strong experience in software test planning and execution, including test design and test case development for both functional and non-functional requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with Army stakeholders, test teams, and other team members.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Agile Test Principles and knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps tools and environments (e.g., Atlassian, Gitlab).
• Experience with Army network test tools, including network simulation, emulation, and traffic generation techniques.

Work Location: APG, MD

Telework Eligible: Yes, following PEOC3N contractual policy of minimum onsite days at APG, MD.

Travel Expectation: ~50% CONUS; potential for future OCONUS support travel

Why NETSEA Technologies

NETSEA, a fast-growing consulting, engineering, and IT services provider to the Federal Government and Commercial marketplace puts employees first with competitive salaries and benefits.

NETSEA specializes in IT infrastructure design, Program Management, and Technical Support Services to commercial and federal clients allowing us to provide a broader perspective of best practices and deliver greater value than our competitors.

NETSEA capabilities are aligned with the current and future needs of our customers while maintaining a focus on emerging global security challenges that are critical to the defense of the nation and its allies.

NETSEA offers two weeks (80hrs) PTO, 11 paid federal holidays, and safe harbor 401K with a 3% employer match.