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Modern Technology Solutions Inc • Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Role & seniority: Software Test Engineer, senior authority; lead test strategy and oversight for Golden Dome mission.
Stack/tools: testing of software-intensive DoD/space systems; functional, integration, system, regression, end-to-end testing; automated testing; test frameworks; scripting; data analysis; CI/CD pipelines; security/compliance in SAP-controlled environments.
Develop, execute, and document software test strategies, plans, procedures, and reports for mission systems.
Conduct comprehensive testing (functional, integration, system, regression, end-to-end); validate requirements, interfaces, and data flows; lead TRR/SVR and post-test analyses.
Coordinate test activities across software, systems, and ops teams; analyze results, identify defects, mentor junior engineers; brief senior leadership and stakeholders.
15+ years in software test/verification/validation for complex DoD or space systems.
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; 5+ years SAP experience.
Experience testing large-scale, software-intensive systems in classified environments.
Proficiency in manual and automated testing; strong requirements traceability; excellent communication.
Experience in missile defense, space/homeland defense missions; familiarity with Space Force/MDA.
Experience testing C2, mission planning, or real-time systems; modeling/simulation/digital engineering.
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Golden Dome is a national-level, whole-of-nation initiative in which you will play a critical role in advancing next-generation homeland defense capabilities. If you are seeking a fast-paced position focused on developing innovative software for the Space-Based Interceptor mission, this opportunity is designed for you.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Software Test Engineer to support the Golden Dome mission, with a focus on testing, verification, and validation of mission-critical software supporting space-based interceptor and associated ground systems. The selected candidate will serve as a senior authority for software test strategy, planning, execution, and analysis across complex, highly integrated defense systems.
This role requires extensive experience testing software-intensive DoD systems, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to operate effectively in highly classified environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of software test strategies, plans, procedures, and reports for Golden Dome mission systems. Perform functional, integration, system, regression, and end-to-end software testing across mission-critical applications. Validate software requirements, interfaces, data flows, and operational behaviors in simulated and operationally representative environments. Coordinate test activities across software, systems, and operational teams to ensure comprehensive coverage. Support test readiness reviews (TRRs), system verification reviews (SVRs), and post-test analysis activities. Analyze test results, identify defects and anomalies, determine root causes, and support resolution and re-test efforts. Evaluate software performance, reliability, cybersecurity, and resiliency characteristics. Support automation of test execution and data analysis where appropriate. Prepare and deliver technical briefings to senior leadership and government stakeholders. Ensure all testing activities comply with security, safety, and program requirements, including SAP-controlled environments. Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior test engineers.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field. Master’s degree preferred 15+ years of professional experience in software test, verification, and validation for complex DoD or space systems. Demonstrated experience testing large-scale, software-intensive systems in classified environments. Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility Minimum of 5 years of prior Special Access Program (SAP) experience Strong knowledge of software test methodologies, defect management, and requirements traceability. Experience with both manual and automated testing approaches. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior technical and government leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting missile defense, space systems, or homeland defense missions. Familiarity with Space Force, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), or other national-level defense programs. Experience testing command and control (C2), mission planning, or real-time systems. Proficiency with automated test frameworks, scripting languages, and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with modeling, simulation, or digital engineering environments. Prior experience in a technical lead or test lead role.
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