QA/Test Lead
Summary
QA/Test Lead overseeing system integration, verification, and validation for a large missile defense software system at a defense contractor.
SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.
Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
SciTec is seeking a Quality Assurance / Test Lead for large software system providing value for an emergent missile defense need.
Responsibilities
- Support planning and execution of system integration and verification activities
- Develop and refine test strategies, plans, and methodologies aligned with program objectives
- Execute and support system-level test events, including integration, functional, and performance testing
- Identify verification gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities, and drive resolution
- Analyze system performance against requirements and document test results
- Collaborate with software, systems, infrastructure, and program teams to ensure integrated system readiness
- Support coordination with government and contractor stakeholders to align integration and test activities
- Provide recommendations to improve verification rigor, efficiency, and consistency
- Support preparation for internal and external reviews, assessments, and demonstrations
- Contribute to continuous improvement of integration and test processes across programs
- Derive metrics and acceptance criteria for system-level and acceptance-level testing from program requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physical Sciences, or a related technical field or equivalent experience
- 10+ years of experience supporting system integration, test, or verification activities in a defense or complex systems environment
- Experience with system-level verification and validation (V&V)
- Experience with the four layers of testing in the software development life cycle (SDLC)
- Experience developing or executing test plans and test procedures
- Ability to analyze system behavior against requirements, derived test criteria, and document results
- Strong understanding of integration environments and test workflows
- Experience collaborating across technical teams and stakeholders
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred:
- A current active DoD SECRET security clearance or higher
- Experience contributing to verification strategy development
- Experience supporting Missile Warning, space, or similar mission systems
- Experience working across multiple programs or system components
- Experience supporting customer-facing test events or demonstrations
- Experience in Agile or hybrid development environments
*Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment.
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Benefits
SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
- 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
- 80% company paid Dental insurance
- 100% company paid Vision insurance
- 100% company paid Life insurance
- 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
- 100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insurance
- Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness insurance
- Short-term Disability insurance
- Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
- Discretionary Performance Bonus
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
- Flexible Work Hours
The pay range for this position is $152,000 to 191,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.
SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.
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First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Education, Experience, Summary, Resume, Cover letter
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, including the ability to demonstrate United States citizenship and pass a background check. Are you a United States citizen? yes / no
- Do you have an active DOD security clearance? yes / no
- If you currently have DoD security clearance, what level of security clearance do you maintain?
- This is an onsite position in Boulder, CO or Princeton, NJ. Are you able to work on site in Boulder or Princeton? yes / no
- Please briefly describe your experience with system integration, testing, verification, and validation (V&V). written answer
- What experience do you have testing complex defense, aerospace, space, missile defense, or other mission-critical systems? written answer
- Please describe your experience with the different levels of software testing throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). written answer
- Which programming languages and test automation frameworks have you used? written answer
- I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. I hereby understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at will" nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization. In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or interview(s) may result in discharge. I understand, also, that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the employer. yes / no
- I will complete the EEO forms listed on the following page. As a Federal Contractor, SciTec is subject to reporting this information by law. Information collected in these questions is not used in any applicant’s consideration for employment. yes / no