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1637 - Systems Test Engineer

Sigma Defense Systems LLC • Fairmont, West Virginia, United States

onsitefull-time

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 / year

Posted Sep 29, 2026Apply by Oct 29, 2026
  • Role & seniority

    • Systems Test Engineer (experienced) with 3–6 years relevant DoW systems/test engineering experience
  • Stack/tools

    • Linux, C++, Python, Bash

    • Git (Git-based workflows/tools)

    • Docker/Podman

    • CI/CD: Jenkins, GitLab CI

    • Security: Secret clearance (or ability to obtain)

  • Top 3 responsibilities

    • Develop and maintain requirements/design specifications for testing

    • Create and execute test plans/procedures; support system testing/installation

    • Implement and maintain automated test frameworks and integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines

  • Must-have skills

    • DoW (Defense of/Domain-of-Work) systems & test engineering experience (3–6 years)

    • Ability to identify/reproduce/debug software defects

    • Proficiency with Linux and Git-based tools

    • Strong ability to read/understand C++

    • Experience designing/developing automated test frameworks

    • Ability to integrate automated tests into Jenkins/GitLab CI

    • Effective collaboration in multi-disciplinary teams

    • U.S. citizenship and Secret+ clearance ability

  • Nice-to-haves

    • Math or physics background

    • Interest/understanding of RF signals and radar technologies

  • Location & work type

    • Fairmont, WV (work type not specified in provided text)

Full Description

Sigma Defense is currently seeking an experienced Systems Test engineer with a background in requirements definition and tracking and test automation to join our team in Fairmont, WV.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

3-6 years of experience in DoW systems and test engineering Ability to identify, reproduce, and resolve software defects Proficiency with Git based tools in Linux environments Proficiency with reading and understanding of C++ Experienced with designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks Experienced with integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipeline (Jenkins, GitLab CI) Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment Math or physics background a plus Interest and understanding of RF signals and radar technologies Must be a U.S. citizen

Computer Programs/Software

Linux C++ Python Bash Docker/Podman Git

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field of study

Personnel Clearance Level

Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher. Clearance may be sponsored for the right candidate

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive)

Development of requirements and design specifications Test, plan, and procedure development Test automation implementation System testing and installation support

Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 annually.

Benefits

Dental and Vision Insurance Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans Life and AD&D coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) 12 (Floating) Holidays Educational Assistance Highly Competitive Salary

Requirements Definition And TrackingSystems Test EngineeringSoftware Defect Identification And ResolutionGitLinuxC++Automated Test FrameworksCI/CDJenkinsGitLab CIPythonBashDockerPodmanRF SignalsRadar Technologiesmulti-location

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