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C2 Software Test Engineer

COLSA Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

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Salary: 45th Test Squadron Spa

Posted Jan 21, 2026Apply by Feb 10, 2026

Role & seniority: Senior Software Test Engineer / DT&E Lead for command and control systems (provides technical leadership; opportunities to lead test programs and exercise project management)

Stack/tools: development/test planning and execution across DoD C2 systems; test plans, procedures, metrics, CONOPS, test cases and directives; systems analysis and security considerations; coordination with System Program Offices and contractors

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership as authority for CCIC2S, MWMT, DECON and other Space C2 systems (UEWR, Cobra Dane, PARCS, etc.)

  • Prepare, execute, review and analyze test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports across the software development life cycle; develop test methods and operational concepts

  • Support DT&E, Risk Reduction Testing, certification for test readiness, identify deficiencies, verify compliance, and coordinate test planning and results; interact with program offices, services, and vendors

Must-have skills

  • Software test engineering background with DT&E experience

  • Ability to lead/test programs, analyze data, and produce test artifacts (CONOPS, test cases, test objectives)

  • Experience with test readiness activities, requirements analysis, and coordination with stakeholders

  • In-person collaboration; willingness to travel up to 20% (OCONUS/CONUS)

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with DoD/Space Force C2 systems or similar aerospace test ecosystems

  • Project management exposure or

Full Description

Job Description

Our test team is searching for new members that can help us conduct command and control testing on missile warning and space defense systems. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment, learning new mission areas, this is the place for you.

This position provides support to the Eglin AFB, FL based 45th Test Squadron Space and Intelligence Command and Control Flight. The work location is at Peterson SFB, CO. The Test Team conducts Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) on Air Force and Space Force systems to ensure they perform as required and make recommendations on corrective actions. The successful candidate will have opportunities to lead test programs and exercise project management while working directly with experienced team members with many years of DT&E experience. We provide many opportunities to learn ranging from on-the-job training with other team members to formal courses for unique technology areas. If you have a software test engineering background and want to learn more about Air Force and Space Force Command and Control systems, this is the job for you. This position requires in-person office work. Tests can range in length from days to weeks. Testing schedule is typically 1-2 weeks per month but varies. This support includes the following

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and frequently serves as the technical authority for Combatant Commanders Integrated Command and Control System (CCIC2S) Missile Warning, Missile Warning Missile Track (MWMT), Space Directed Energy Confliction (DECON), and other Space Command and Control (C2) systems, encompassing the Upgraded Early Warning Radar (UEWR), Cobra Dane, PARCS, among others. Conduct data analysis and apply knowledge of engineering technology under the direction of engineering staff. These tasks include test and evaluation, test support, logistics, sustainment, operations analyses, technical studies, and various analyses and support activities including program/system security. Assist in the development of system requirements, performance measures, test phase entry/exit criteria, and analysis of design constraints functional capabilities, and metrics. Support DT&E, Risk Reduction Testing (RRT) and certification for test readiness; identify deficiencies, verify compliance with specifications and standards, and assess stability of various system configurations. Support senior engineers when interacting with System Program Offices, other services, and development contractors. Prepare, execute, review, and analyze test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports throughout the software development life cycle. Develop and write methods of tests, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), test cases, test objectives/procedures, test directives, technical or letter reports, analysis and review of requirements, and other test process documents as required in the conduct of testing. Coordinate schedules, pre-and post-test activities, logistics of test planning, and test results. Travel up to 20% of time to contractors' facilities, test sites, and other locations (OCONUS and CONUS).

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.

Software Test EngineeringCommand and Control SystemsData AnalysisTest and EvaluationLogisticsOperations AnalysisTechnical StudiesSystem Requirements DevelopmentRisk Reduction TestingTest PlanningTest ExecutionTechnical LeadershipProject ManagementMilitary SystemsEngineering TechnologyTest Readinessmulti-location

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