Role & seniority: Automation Software Test Engineer, full-time; mid-level experience within a defense/programmatic context.

Stack/tools: scripting (Unix/Linux, PERL, JavaScript), relational databases (SQL, schema design); experience with system testing metrics/methodologies; collaboration with software development teams.

Top 3 responsibilities

Design and implement quality control standards for tactical software testing in Navy/Joynt programs.
Develop, plan, and execute test plans and test cases; participate in requirements/design reviews.
Perform data analysis, verification, problem-solving, and generate statistical reports to support risk identification and mitigation.

Must-have skills

U.S. Citizenship and active DoD SECRET clearance (ability to obtain TS/SCI).
~3 years designing/implementing quality control for tactical software testing.
Experience with testing metrics, fast-paced software development, data analysis, and scripting/SQL.
Ability to work in a self-organizing team and communicate effectively within a dynamic team.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Nice-to-haves

TS/SCI eligibility or pending clearance.
Experience with cyber-focused analysis, modeling/simulation, and cyber risk assessment life cycle.
Prior Navy or Joint program testing exposure.
Location & work type: Dahlgren, VA; hybrid capacity; full-time.

Full Description

Rite-Solutions, Inc is seeking a full-time Automation Software Test Engineer to support in Dahlgren, VA in a hybrid capacity.

The Program

The Software Test Engineer will be part of a team of experts charged with providing support in the areas of cyber analysis and cyber development capabilities in response to Navy's and DoD's needs for Cyber Situational Awareness (SA), Cyber Command and Control (C2), Mission Assurance, and Homeland Defense. Program scope includes identifying cyber key terrain by analyzing operational requirements, conducting cyber analyses and assessments, and developing and performing modeling and simulation in support of different cyber threat scenarios. The team will conduct cyber analyses and assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and risks, determine mission and operational impacts, and make appropriate mitigation recommendations. Additionally, program support includes developing methodology and framework in support of cyber risk assessment life cycle. Our team will provide capabilities to support the customer with rapid design, development, test, deployment, maintenance and operation of specific software and hardware capabilities to meet current Cyber Defensive needs.

Required Qualifications/Skills

U. S. Citizenship and an Active or Interim DoD SECRET clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.

Three (3) years direct experience in designing and implementing quality control standards for tactical software testing of Navy or Joint Programs.
Experience with system testing metrics, best practices, and methodologies. Experience working with software development teams.
Experience participating in requirements and design reviews, developing test plans, writing and executing test cases in a fast-paced software development environment.
Experience conducting data analysis, data verification and problem-solving.
Experience with statistical reporting and analysis.
Expertise in one or more scripting languages (e.g., Unix/Linux, PERL, Java script) and relational database technologies (SQL, schema design).
Ability to work as a member of a self-organizing team without daily direct supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively within a large, dynamic team environment.
Willingness to try new things and grow.
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience.

Who are we?

Rite-Solutions, Inc. is a CMMI Level III and CMMC 2.0 Level 2 certified organization. We are innovative, growing and adhere to the highest standards for handling controlled unclassified information (CUI). We value the experience of the employee, their wellbeing, and their goals on a personal professional level as part of the key fabric in building and maintaining a culture rich experience for the employee and their family. This commitment to our company and our employees has been recognized as we were awarded: "Great Place to Work" Certification in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025; and Hire VETs Medallion Award in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025!

All positions require a pre-employment background check.

As an EOE/AA employer, Rite-Solutions will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

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