Lead testing for a military modeling and simulation project, develop test plans and automation scripts, oversee testing, mentor junior testers, and ensure compliance with quality standards.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Test/Systems Engineer to lead testing efforts for a U.S. Military Modeling and Simulation (M&S) project that supports continuous development, integration, and deployment. This position involves overseeing the creation and execution of complex test plans, mentoring junior testers, and ensuring system validation in distributed and cloud-enabled simulation environments. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in quality assurance, automation, and DoD compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Certifications such as ISTQB Advanced Level, Certified Test Manager, or equivalent.
Familiarity with scripting languages for automation (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
Experience testing in secure cloud-based or virtualized environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government).
Understanding of DoD acquisition lifecycle, RMF, and software V&V requirements.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118504 - $201457
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Test/Systems Engineer to lead testing efforts for a U.S. Military Modeling and Simulation (M&S) project that supports continuous development, integration, and deployment. This position involves overseeing the creation and execution of complex test plans, mentoring junior testers, and ensuring system validation in distributed and cloud-enabled simulation environments. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in quality assurance, automation, and DoD compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of detailed test plans, cases, and automation scripts for M&S software and systems.
- Manage and coordinate system-level testing efforts across development sprints and program milestones.
- Define test strategies and standards in alignment with Agile and DevSecOps processes.
- Mentor junior testers and collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, systems engineers, and cybersecurity staff.
- Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks to support CI/CD pipelines.
- Ensure test coverage of integration, performance, usability, and security requirements.
- Validate interoperability of distributed simulation components (e.g., HLA, DIS, IEEE 1516).
- Track and report on defects, test status, and risk assessments to leadership and stakeholders.
- Support RMF-related testing activities and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity and V&V requirements.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- At least 7 years of experience in software/system testing, including test leadership in defense or M&S environments.
- Expertise in test planning, automated testing, and quality assurance frameworks.
- Strong experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevSecOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Selenium).
- Knowledge of simulation interoperability protocols such as HLA and DIS.
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Certifications such as ISTQB Advanced Level, Certified Test Manager, or equivalent.
Familiarity with scripting languages for automation (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
Experience testing in secure cloud-based or virtualized environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government).
Understanding of DoD acquisition lifecycle, RMF, and software V&V requirements.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118504 - $201457
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Top Skills
Agile
Aws Govcloud
Azure Government
Bash
Devsecops
Dis
Gitlab Ci
Hla
Jenkins
Powershell
Python
Selenium
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