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Staff / Senior Staff Software Test Engineer

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

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented software test engineer to support our programs delivering Next-Generation Missile Warning software. This is a unique opportunity to join a small business delivering core capabilities for National defense. You will work within a fast-paced team delivering end-to-end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence. The position is on-site in Boulder, CO.

Responsibilities

  • Performing functional decomposition of requirements to meet system and domain level needs
  • Creating test plans and test cases
  • Executing tests and supporting test execution in multiple environments
  • Developing test automation suites
  • Participating in test engineering artifact reviews
  • Conducting performance analyses, risk analyses, and trade studies
  • Maintaining test documentation in accordance with management procedures
  • Completing assigned tasks to meet program schedule milestones
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science
  • 3 years of experience or exposure to software test engineering roles and functions
  • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work in a team environment
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Detail oriented
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Candidates with the following qualifications will be preferred

  • Experience with testing Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) processing systems
  • 1 year of experience in software development or test automation (preferably in Python)
  • Experience with formal requirements verification for Government programs
  • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
  • An active DoD security clearance

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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
  • 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 $96,000- $156,000 / 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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  • 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 currently hold an active security clearance? yes / no
  • If you currently have DoD security clearance, what level of security clearance do you maintain? written answer
  • Are you able to work 100% on-site in Boulder, CO? yes / no
  • Do you have a bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science? yes / no
  • What is your bachelor's Degree in? written answer
  • Do you have at least 3 years of experience or exposure to software test engineering roles and functions? yes / no
  • Do you have at least 1 year of experience in software development or test automation (preferably in Python)? yes / no
  • Do you have at least 1 year of OPIR experience? If so, please explain. 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

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