Cyber Software Engineer - SIGINT Systems
Software test engineer job in Severn, MD
What We're Doing: Lockheed Martin, Cyber & Intelligence invites you to step up to one of today's most daunting challenges: the use of advanced electronics to undermine our way of life. As a cyber security professional at Lockheed Martin, you'll protect the networks that our citizens and the world depend upon each minute: Financial assets. Healthcare information. Critical infrastructure. Hazardous materials. The uninterrupted flow of energy that keeps modern life moving. Here, you'll work with cybersecurity experts on the forefront of threat protection and proactive prevention. In this fast-paced, real-world environment, you'll draw on all your education and experience as well as the resources of Lockheed Martin to keep the threats at bay.
Cyber | Lockheed Martin
Who we are:
Are you driven by the excitement of harnessing the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics to revolutionize the way we approach complex challenges? Do you find satisfaction in developing innovative solutions that leverage the power of technology to stay ahead of the curve? If so, join Lockheed Martin's team, where we're pioneering the modernization of technology and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Our team is dedicated to pioneering the latest advancements and we're looking for someone who shares our commitment to excellence and innovation.
Who You Are:
Here, you are going to provide life-cycle services to advance mission in support of Cybersecurity and SIGINT midpoint collection.
• You will modernize and sustain capabilities to include providing new features and enhancements to Front End Solutions systems. This will allow for products to work at-scale with processing of target communications across multiple types of Midpoint accesses.
• You will propel the customer into the next phase of product suite modernization by leveraging advancements in technologies such as containerization, cloud capabilities, dataflows, and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) capabilities.
The Work:
We are proactively recruiting for a future need, with the expectation of a 2025 or early 2026 start date. This requisition is being used as a placeholder for your interest in one of these roles to bring a modernization mindset to current technology. As the roles open up over time, we will invite you to review the best matching one(s). We are seeking professionals interested in a variety of responsibilities including;
• Software development
• Software engineering
• Systems engineering
• Cyber researchers (Capabilities Analyst, etc)
• System Security (ISSO / ISSE / ISSM)
• Technical writer
• Test Engineers
• Network Engineers
• User Experience Designer
• Data Science
• Systems Administrator (Linux)
For a complete list that changes weekly, use this term to search via the Lockheed Martin jobs website: #RMSRB2025
Come join a company with incredible breadth and depth in the nature of programs and technologies we support that will never leave you bored or looking for your next assignment. Stop having to look for a new job with every rumor and whim of contract changes.
Why Join Us:
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
We support our employees, so they can support our mission.
Plus, you may be eligible for up to a $25K sign on bonus as an external hire!
#RMSC6ISR
#OneLMHotJobs
#RMSRB2025
Basic Qualifications:
• Current DoD Top Secret SCI with Polygraph
Seeking multiple levels of Software Engineers:
SWE0:
• A High School Diploma or GED plus four (4) years of general software engineering experience OR
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
SWE1:
• A High School Diploma or GED plus eleven (11) years of general software engineering experience OR
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus seven (7) years of software engineering experience.
SWE2:
• A High School Diploma or GED plus eighteen (18) years of general software engineering experience OR
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus fourteen (14) years of software engineering experience.
SWE3:
• A High School Diploma or GED plus twenty-four (24) years of general software engineering experience OR
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus twenty (20) years of software engineering experience.
Required Skills and Experience:
• Analyze user requirements to derive software
design and performance requirements
• Debug existing software and correct defects
• Provide recommendations for improving
documentation and software development process standards
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
• Integrate existing software into new or modified
systems or operating environments
• Develop simple data queries for existing or
proposed databases or data repositories
• Write or review software and system documentation
Desired Skills:
• Familiar with RF algorithm development
Standard Job Description :
Designs, develops, documents, tests, and maintains full spectrum cyber solutions. Develops and automates secure systems to support cyber offensive, defense and full spectrum cyber operations. Conducts vulnerability research, reverse engineering, penetration testing (red/blue teams), develops and integrates low-level firmware, and/or develops specialized cyber software solutions and tools based on mission requirements. Applies system knowledge of subject matter (hardware, software, networks, cloud, etc.) to conduct research to evaluate potential vulnerabilities and develop new capabilities to exploit and/or mitigate vulnerabilities. *USE OF THIS CLASSIFICATION REQUIRES AUTHORIZATION FROM THE BUSINESS AREA CYBER DIRECTOR OR DELEGATE*
Typical Minimums :
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 14 years or more of professional experience; or 12 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered an expert, authority in discipline.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly SP
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $150,800 - $265,880. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Software
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First
Senior CNO Developer
Software test engineer job in Annapolis, MD
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior CNO Developer to join our team in Annapolis Junction, Maryland.
We're looking for a Senior Capability Developer to join our elite team. In this role, you'll apply your deep technical expertise to analyze, reverse-engineer, and develop mission-critical capabilities that directly support national security objectives. You will be a key player in a fast-paced environment, tackling unique challenges at the intersection of hardware, software, and embedded systems.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develop custom software tools and applications using Python, C, and Assembly, focusing on embedded and resource-constrained systems.
Conduct rigorous code reviews to ensure the quality, security, and performance of developed software.
Reverse engineer complex hardware and software systems to understand their inner workings and identify potential vulnerabilities.
Perform in-depth vulnerability research to discover and analyze weaknesses in a variety of targets.
Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers to design and implement innovative solutions to challenging technical problems.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience; or, a high school diploma with 16 years of experience; or, an Associate's degree with 14 years of experience. A Master's degree may substitute for 2 years of experience, and a PhD may substitute for 4 years of experience.
Must have 7 years of position-relevant work experience
Proficiency in programming and application development.
Strong scripting skills, particularly in Python, C, and Assembly.
Deep expertise in managing, configuring, and troubleshooting Linux.
Experience in embedded systems.
Experience in reverse engineering and vulnerability research of hardware and software.
Experience in code review.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in CNO (Computer Network Operations) Development.
Experience in virtualization.
Knowledge of IoT (Internet of Things) devices.
Experience with Linux Kernel development and sockets.
Knowledge of integrating security tools into the CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery) pipeline.
Networking skills.
Clearance Requirements:
Must have a current/active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Physical Requirements:
The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations
Security Software Engineer - Red Team Pen Tester
Software test engineer job in Dahlgren, VA
Data Intelligence is seeking a seasoned Security Software Engineer - Red Team / Penetration Tester to join a hands-on offensive security team supporting mission systems in the defense domain. This role is ideal for a pragmatic, technically deep engineer who blends software development, exploitation tooling, and operational red-team experience to assess and harden complex enterprise and DoD environments.This position is fully on-site in Dahlgren, VA.
This position is contingent upon winning contract award.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and execute advanced penetration tests and red-team engagements against enterprise, cloud, and mission systems (including VDI, virtualization stacks, network enclaves, identity systems, and web services).
Design, develop, and maintain offensive tooling, exploit code, C2 components, and automation to support engagements.
Conduct network, host, web application, cloud, and identity-centric assessments (including REST/SOAP web services and modern auth protocols such as OAuth2/SAML/LDAP).
Perform vulnerability discovery, exploit development, privilege escalation, lateral movement, persistence techniques, and post-exploitation analysis.
Use and extend common pentest frameworks and tools (Kali, Metasploit, Nmap, Cobalt Strike) and integrate custom scripts and modules.
Evaluate and document attack paths, IM/SSO/MFA bypass scenarios, and misconfigurations across Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, hybrid Microsoft 365 environments, and federation/SSO integrations.
Test and evaluate network and security devices (Palo Alto, Cisco, FirePower, IOS/ASA, Nexus) and virtualization/storage platforms (vCenter/vRealize/Horizon, NetApp/ONTAP, SnapMirror).
Perform cloud security assessments (AWS, serverless, microservices) and audit cloud configurations and workloads.
Produce clear, actionable deliverables: technical findings, exploit proofs-of-concept, attack narratives, remediation guidance, and executive summaries for stakeholders.
Collaborate with blue teams, DevSecOps, and engineering teams to validate fixes and drive continuous improvement.
Required Skills/Experience:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience: Minimum 5 years of software engineering applied to program development, modeling, or simulation for DoD or IT systems and a minimum 5 years hands-on experience with:
Linux: firm grasp / demonstrated knowledge (training such as CompTIA Linux+ or FedVTE Linux+ preferred).
Windows & enterprise networks: foundational understanding of Windows enterprise administration (relevant Microsoft coursework/certification experience preferred).
Offensive tooling & techniques: Strong working knowledge and practical use of Kali, Metasploit, Nmap, Cobalt Strike.
Documented operational experience in at least one of the following:
Penetration Testing (government or contractor)
Red Team Operations (government or contractor)
Tool/Software Development (exploits, malware/C2, reverse engineering, bug bounties)
Offensive/defensive programming in Python, C, C#, C++, Go, Perl, PowerShell
Web development / web application penetration testing (PHP, ASP, SQL/NoSQL, Java, HTML), including RESTful and SOAP services and modern authentication schemes
Minimum certification: Must hold one of the following (or equivalent, current):
Offensive Security: OSCP, OSCE, OSEE, OSWP
SANS: GPEN (SEC560), GWAPT (SEC542), SEC660, GXPN, SEC642, SEC564
Operational tools/platform familiarity: experience with virtualization & VDI stacks (NSX, vCenter, vRealize, Horizon), network/security appliances (Palo Alto, Cisco), storage platforms (NetApp/ONTAP), and virtualization/cloud platforms (VMware, AWS).
Identity & automation: demonstrable experience with Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), SSO/MFA, identity federation, and automation using PowerShell / PowerAutomate / Logic Apps / Graph API.
Clearance: Current Top Secret Security Clearance
Desired/Preferred Skills
Prior experience conducting Red Team operations in an MDE (Managed Detection & Response / Microsoft Defender for Endpoint) environment.
Experience with cloud audit, serverless, microservice architectures and security.
Prior development of offensive tooling, exploit chains, or C2 frameworks.
Familiarity with DoD and government network enclaves, operational tradecraft, and mission-critical systems.
Prior experience working on DoD or national security contracts and understanding of classification and handling of sensitive findings.
Strong technical writing and presentation skills; ability to translate technical findings for non-technical leadership.
Data Intelligence, DI is an established small business that has supported the critical missions of our government clients since 2005. We provide full life cycle system development, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and supporting analytical and logistics support to C4ISR and other complex systems. We are an equal opportunity employer that offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, a team-oriented environment, and opportunities for advancement. Our excellent employee retention record reflects our employee focus. We work with Veteran's organization to proactively hire those who have served our country. We offer medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, PTO and 11 paid holidays.
Data Intelligence is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Software test engineer job in Ashburn, VA
Who We Are
Our purpose at CloudHQ is to provide flexible, efficient and resilient data center solutions to businesses of all sizes. Our growing organization was founded by the pioneer of data center REITs. CloudHQ has state-of-the-art data center sites located in two Northern Virginia locations, as well as London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, and Sao Paulo, and we anticipate exponential growth over the next several years both in the US and abroad.
What The Role Entails
The QA/QC Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing and managing the project-specific quality assurance and quality control plan for Civil, Structural and Architectural scope of large-scale data center construction projects. This role ensures that all materials, workmanship and installations comply with engineering designs, technical specifications, industry standards and regulatory codes. Responsibilities include developing and implementing the project's quality plan, performing on-site inspections and material checks and documenting all non-conformances throughout the construction lifecycle. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive and has extensive knowledge of data center construction processes and quality control procedures.
What You Will Get to Do
Develop, implement and maintain the project-specific Quality Management Plan, inspection and test plans and quality control procedures for all civil, structural and architectural scopes
Review and verify all project-related documentation, including design specifications, drawings and submittals to ensure they meet quality and compliance requirements
Ensure subcontractors are following their approved QA/QC plans and installing work according to project documents and applicable codes
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all quality-related activities, including inspection reports, non-conformance reports and photographic logs
Conduct on-site inspections of earthwork, excavation, site utilities and backfill to confirm soil compaction and adherence to site grades
Perform detailed inspections of rebar placement, formwork, concrete pours and structural steel erection. Coordinate third-party agencies for testing concrete and structural steel testing
Verify the quality of architectural installations, such as exterior facade systems, interior finishes, doors and walls, ensuring they meet specified standards
Inspect incoming materials and equipment, such as structural steel and concrete to verify conformance with project requirements and manufacturer's specifications
Identify, document and track non-conformances and deficiencies and implement corrective and preventive action plans
Lead root cause analysis to resolve persistent quality issues and minimize recurring problems
Provide regular reports to project stakeholders on quality performance, metrics and risk assessments
Contribute to the preparation of quality turnover packages and final closeout documentation
What You Bring to The Role
A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management or a related field
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a QA/QC role, with significant experience in large-scale commercial, industrial or mission-critical projects, including one (1) year of experience in data centers
Professional Engineer license, Certified Quality Engineer or an ICC Structural Inspector certification preferred
Must possess a current, valid state-issued driver's license
Deep understanding of construction standards and codes, including IBC, ACI, AISC and ASTM
Proficiency in interpreting complex construction drawings, specifications and project documents
Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Strong observational skills and attention to detail for conducting thorough site inspections
Proactive and analytical mindset for identifying issues and contributing to solutions
Ability to work with cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments
Strong written and verbal skills for communicating findings and collaborating with different teams
Travel up to 10%, to ensure quality, commission and deliver the project as clients' turn-over dates require
Must be comfortable in a work environment with varying temperatures and loud noises
Additional Requirements
Must be comfortable working in a high-stress, fast-paced environment, shifting priorities
Must be willing to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, late nights, holidays, and on-call support
Must be available by cell phone after hours or for emergencies
Ability to lift heavy equipment, up to 50 lbs
Ability to climb ladders and work on raised platforms
Ability to transition through construction projects at every phase safely
What We Offer
CloudHQ's people and culture are the most enriching aspects that make us a great place to work. We are strengthened by industry experts who bring extensive knowledge, skill, and experience; leaders who bring vision, innovation and commitment to our people; and an expanding team of individuals who believe in that vision and bring their best to support their customers and team. Our employees enjoy competitive compensation and rewarding incentives, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability), 401(k) with match, 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, development opportunities, and the ability to closely impact and contribute to the growth of an exceptional organization.
Equal Employment Opportunity
CloudHQ is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Test Engineer
Software test engineer job in Lorton, VA
Our Client, Garud Technology Services, Inc. (Garud) is seeking a seasoned and motivated Test Engineer with demonstrated experience to provide Test Automation support to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) PSPD and FSD. Candidates are expected to be focused and solution-oriented individuals who work well independently while working with a cross-functional team of experts.
The scope of work for the contract (which is for CBP PSPD and FSD) is two-fold: 1) supporting tasks that encompass Test Automation (which includes Section 508 automation), Performance & Load Testing, and Section 508 testing services for PSPD; 2) performing other testing services including Test Automation and other testing services for FSD.
Responsibilities and Qualifications:
Design, implement, and conduct test and evaluation procedures to ensure system requirements are met.
Develop, maintain, and upgrade automated test scripts and architectures for application products.
Evaluate, recommend, and implement automated test tools and strategies. Proficiency/Familiarity with automation testing tools and frameworks include: ACCELQ, Appium, Capybara, Cucumber, Expresso, JMeter, JUnit, Mobile Testing, Postman, Robot Framework, SoapUI, TestCafe, TestNG, Tricentis Tosca, UiPath Selenium WebDriver, XCTest. Load Performance Tools: JMeter, LoadRunner, Octoperf,Gatling, Locust, Neoload, WebLOAD, Taurus, BlazeMeter
Write, implement, and report status for system test cases for testing.
Analyze test cases and provide regular progress reports.
Serve as specialist providing testing know-how for the support of user requirements of complex to highly complex software/hardware applications. Should possess Strong analytical problem-solving skills for identifying, isolating, and debugging issues encountered during automated testing,
Direct and/or participate in all phases of risk management assessments and software/hardware development with emphasis on analysis of user requirements, test design and test tools selection.
Education and Qualifications:
An associate's degree is required. BA/BS or MA/MS degree preferred.
Knowledge of or experience with test engineering methodology
Knowledge and experience with automated testing tools.
Three or more years of specific testing experience required.
Location: Work will be conducted customer location in Ashburn, VA or Lorton VA. Travel will be required for the position all within the United States.
Citizenship and Security Clearance Requirements:
Applicants must have US citizenship and will need to successfully complete a Background Investigation (BI) prior to beginning work.
Nothing in applicants' history should prevent the candidate from obtaining DHS/CBP security suitability.
An existing and currently valid CBP Public Trust or higher clearance is required.
Cerner Test Engineer
Software test engineer job in Arlington, VA
EHR Test Engineer
Full Telework
US Citizenship
We are looking for a candidate to lead testing for Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, driving end-to-end strategies, automation, and regression efforts. Use your expertise in Cerner/Oracle Health and healthcare standards to ensure seamless, high-quality workflows that directly impact patient care while working fully remotely!
The Senior Test Engineer will be responsible for the oversight and execution of test scripts, scenarios, evidence, and regression testing across the Electronic Health Record (EHR) workflows.
Role Responsibilities
Quality Assurance and Testing Standards:
Drive quality testing solutions by planning and constructing test scripts using quality processes and methodologies for Accenture or its clients.
Develop, update, and maintain quality testing standards and procedures.
Develop, update, and maintain quality testing standards and procedures, including issue management and escalation.
Optimize processes and methods to deliver quality work.
Test Planning and Strategy:
Develop end-to-end testing strategies.
Define test plans and entry/exit criteria.
Create test models (plans, data, and scripts), including test data.
Allocate test resources to application tests in a multi-test environment.
Test Execution and Coordination:
Execute testing efforts by delivering application and component releases.
Coordinate and execute regression testing, test automation, performance testing, functionality testing, and usability testing.
Lead other testers on the testing team and manage testing process questions and issues.
Performance Tracking and Metrics:
Define and track test metrics, including code coverage, quality, and performance.
Scheduling and Estimation:
Determine and meet time estimates and schedules for testing efforts.
Strategic Alignment:
Adhere to the strategic direction set by senior management.
Act independently to determine methods and procedures for new assignments.
Make decisions that impact the team through regular consultation with senior management.
Communication and Collaboration:
Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a US citizen.
Must have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Technology, Computer Information Systems, Computer Applications, Engineering, or related field.
Must have at least 5 years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience in the IT industry.
Must have experience in each of the following:
Software Testing
Providing solutions in planning, constructing, and executing test scripts
Designing, developing, and implementing test plans and test cases
Conducting defect triage meetings with development and business teams.
Coordination of software testing activities (integrated testing, unit testing, user acceptance testing, production validation)
Other Job Specific Skills
Experience within the Healthcare or Provider Industry
Experience with healthcare provider workflows including but limited to: Revenue Cycle, Ambulatory, Lab, Pharmacy, Supply Chain, and Telehealth.
Experience with the Cerner/Oracle Health EHR
Understanding of Health Integration Standards (DICOM / HL7 v2 / FHIR / C-CDA Standard)
Experience with System Integration Testing
Principal Software Engineer
Software test engineer job in Germantown, MD
Principal Software Engineer - On-site
DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.
Job Summary
Join our dynamic radar defense company as a Principal Software Engineer where you'll drive technical vision and architect transformative solutions across our entire product ecosystem. We're seeking a distinguished engineer who can seamlessly bridge the gaps between software, hardware, product strategy, and manufacturing while delivering innovative, secure solutions. In this role, you'll serve as a technical visionary and hands-on architect, collaborating across teams to design and implement mission-critical systems that scale with our rapid growth, all while embracing our collaborative, ego-free culture that values results over hierarchy.
Your deep technical expertise, proven ability to solve multifaceted engineering challenges, and talent for aligning diverse teams will be crucial as we partner with major defense contractors and scale our impact in the industry. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape not just software architecture, but the entire technical direction of a growing defense technology company.
Job Responsibilities
Be Involved with the design, development, analysis, testing and debugging of computer software applications and/or systems.
Be ready to learn about Image and Signal Processing, Real-time, Firmware, Database Design, Operating Systems, and more.
Take ownership of the outcome and the journey there: budget, costs, estimated schedules, leadership.
Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required.
Be a team player and provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers, support personnel, and teach others on the team.
Be able to work with clients, product, hardware, and other teams.
Mastery of technologies and domain knowledge.
Expected to have knowledge and significant experience in multiple engineering disciplines. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape not just software architecture, but the entire technical direction of a growing defense technology company.
Qualifications
Master's degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experience.
Fluency in c/c++.
Experience working with Realtime operating systems.
Experience or be willing to learn: Matlab, Python, Linux, React, Node, and other languages.
Ability to lead a technical group independently.
Open to occasional travel.
U.S. Citizenship required.
The expected pay scale for this position is $130,801/year - $203,068/year. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, Leonardo DRS considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate's relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.
Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:
- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation
We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.
Backend Software Engineer
Software test engineer job in Fort Belvoir, VA
As a back-end developer, you know that a good site or system needs the right combination of clean code, APIs, analytics, and infrastructure to develop a user-focused solution. We're looking for a back-end developer with the software engineering skills it takes to help identify potential risks, contribute to solution development, and create efficient and effective systems for our clients.
As a back-end developer, you'll use the latest architectural approaches and open-source frameworks and tools to help deliver solutions. Using your software engineering knowledge, you'll work with and learn from the development team to create custom tools, systems, and sites with consistent performance and scalability.
In this role, you'll make a mission-forward impact as you sharpen your skillset and grow your career. Work with us as we shape systems for the better.
Qualifications
Experience with programming languages such as Ruby, Python, C#, Java, or PowerShell
TS/SCI clearance
HS diploma or GED and 7+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, or Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience as a Software Engineer
Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) Certification
Additional Qualifications
Experience working on multiple OS platforms, including Linux and Windows
Experience with the Windows Computing Environment (CE)
Linux CE Certification
DoD Approved 8570 - Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II Certification such as CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP Certification, or higher level IAT Certification
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000 MAX (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.
TS/SCI CI Poly - Sr. Software Development Lead
Software test engineer job in Chantilly, VA
Software Development Lead (TS/SCI CI Poly)
The Software Development Lead will guide a team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining advanced software and database solutions in support of CAAG missions within a classified environment. This role requires strong full-stack development expertise, hands-on cloud and database experience, and the ability to translate user requirements into scalable, secure, and efficient applications.
Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate team software development activities and project execution.
Design, develop, and maintain custom software, web applications, analytical tools, and cost-estimating models.
Perform full-stack development using Java, Python, SQL, and related technologies.
Operate, enhance, and troubleshoot existing CAAG software and Microsoft SQL Server databases.
Architect and manage advanced database solutions, including data modeling, lifecycle management, performance tuning, indexing, and resource monitoring.
Implement data governance, data management, and disaster recovery plans in accordance with policy.
Manage development workflows and updates using SDLC tools such as JIRA.
Gather, refine, and validate user requirements in collaboration with clients and mission partners.
Work with cross-functional teams to architect, develop, integrate, and deploy software and database systems across development, test, and operational environments.
Provide ongoing technical support, maintenance, and troubleshooting for applications and databases.
Ensure all solutions comply with IC standards, NRO IT policies, and security regulations.
Support CAAG software and database integration within TS/SCI environments, coordinating closely with systems administrators and NRO IT personnel.
Respond to NRO actions, documentation requests, and development-related tasking.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's preferred).
7+ years of experience in software development and IT/technical leadership.
Strong proficiency in full-stack development, SQL, Java, and Python.
Experience with cloud development and Microsoft SQL Server.
Deep knowledge of database design, data modeling, and performance optimization.
Understanding of data management policies and disaster recovery practices.
Familiarity with SDLC processes and tools (e.g., JIRA).
Ability to work within classified environments and follow strict security protocols.
Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with React or modern front-end frameworks.
Prior Intelligence Community (IC) software development experience.
Exposure to AI/ML integration into software solutions.
Experience with MBSE, Digital Engineering Ecosystems, or related methodologies.
Knowledge of NRO Directive 50-5 and DoD 8570.01M.
Experience with Visual Studio and associated development toolchains.
Software Integrator
Software test engineer job in Manassas, VA
Software Integrator - 100% On Site in Manassas, VA
Client is seeking to hire a Software Integrator to support the Acoustics Rapid COTS Insertion (ARCI) program.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree from an accredited university.
2+ years of experience.
Job Responsibilities:
Participate in software development lifecycle including software design, development, integration, test, and support for new and existing software products.
Designing, implementing, testing and debugging complex software applications
Support continuous integration/continuous development agile like development
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree from an accredited university or equivalent related experience.
Experience with Linux Operating Systems
2+ years of related C, C++, and/or JAVA experience
Experience with inter-process communications and real time systems
Experience with configuration management software (i.e. Subversion and/or GIT)
Microsoft M365 Engineer / Azure Cloud Architect
Software test engineer job in Arlington, VA
Overview: We are seeking a highly technical and security-cleared Microsoft Purview Engineer with deep expertise in Microsoft 365 and Azure Cloud Architecture. This role is based in the Arlington, VA area and requires an active Top Secret (TS) or Interim TS clearance. The ideal SME/candidate will be a hands-on architect and engineer capable of designing secure cloud infrastructure, implementing advanced authentication schemes, Microsoft Purview component and troubleshooting complex API integrations.
General Key Responsibilities:
Microsoft Purview (Primary Focus)
Architect and deploy Microsoft Purview solutions for data governance, classification, and compliance.
Configure scanning rules, data maps, sensitivity labels, and retention policies across hybrid environments.
Integrate Purview with Microsoft Defender, Compliance Center, and external data sources.
Troubleshoot authentication flows, API connectivity, and data lineage issues.
Develop infrastructure diagrams, governance workflows, and technical documentation.
Microsoft 365 Engineering
Design and support M365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
Implement secure authentication protocols (OAuth, SAML, OpenID Connect) and conditional access policies.
Manage hybrid identity configurations and secure collaboration environments.
Monitor service health, optimize performance, and ensure compliance with federal standards.
Azure Cloud Architecture
Design secure, scalable Azure infrastructure using IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS models.
Implement Azure AD, Key Vault, API Management, and RBAC policies.
Create and maintain infrastructure diagrams and reference architectures.
Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Certifications
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Information Protection and Compliance
Microsoft Certified: M365 Enterprise Administrator Expert
Other Microsoft certifications
Qualifications:
Must be a US Citizen with Active Secret or Top Secret (TS) TS clearance
Local to Arlington, VA or willing to relocate - Onsite is required.
5+ years of experience in Microsoft cloud technologies (Purview, M365, Azure).
Strong understanding of authentication protocols and API troubleshooting.
Proven ability to design and document complex infrastructure and governance models.
Proficiency with PowerShell, Graph API, and Azure CLI.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Information Protection and Compliance
Microsoft Certified: M365 Enterprise Administrator Expert
Why Join Us?
Lead high-impact cloud and compliance initiatives for secure federal environments.
Collaborate with top-tier engineers and architects in a mission-driven setting.
Influence enterprise-wide data governance and security strategy.
Senior Cloud Application Developer (AWS)
Software test engineer job in Washington, DC
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Application Developer to join a high-performing team on a 10+ month contract. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in Python, AWS services, Kubernetes, and Airflow, with a strong background in building and deploying cloud-native applications.
***PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES FOR THIS ROLE.
Key Responsibilities:
Optimize a scalable, reliable, and secure AWS native cloud system
Refine infrastructure configuration as IaC using Terraform
Help produce and capture operational metrics from logs, API's, and various cloud sources
Refine CI/CD/CT pipelines to build, deploy, and test native cloud application code
Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Software Engineering or a relevant field with a minimum of 8 years working experience in an AWS Cloud environment required for a senior level position.
Expertise in cloud-native application development, and cloud infrastructure management.
Expertise in containerization and Kubernetes
In-depth knowledge of AWS services (EKS, EC2, Lambda, RDS, S3)
Strong experience of workflow managers (Airflow)
Strong experience with AWS and proficiency in Python, BASH, and IaC tools like Terraform
Strong experience with relational and cloud-based databases
Strong experience in building automation tools and CI/CD/CT pipelines using platforms like Ansible, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and CodePipeline
Senior Palantir Foundry Developer
Software test engineer job in Reston, VA
The Senior Palantir Foundry Developer will design, develop, and deploy advanced data integration and analytics solutions using the Palantir Foundry platform. This role requires deep technical expertise in Foundry's ecosystem, strong data engineering skills, and the ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable, secure, and performant solutions. The developer will also mentor junior team members and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver impactful data-driven applications.
Skills:
Solution Design & Development:
Build and optimize data pipelines, Ontology models, and Foundry applications (Workshop, Contour, Quiver, Slate).
Develop custom workflows and dashboards using Foundry's suite of tools.
Data Integration & Transformation:
Implement robust ingestion strategies for structured and unstructured data.
Apply PySpark, SQL, and Foundry transformations for data cleansing and enrichment.
Application Development:
Create operational workflows and user-facing applications within Foundry.
Integrate Foundry with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and external APIs.
Governance & Security:
Ensure compliance with data governance, lineage, and security standards (RBAC, encryption).
Technical Leadership:
Act as a subject matter expert for Palantir Foundry.
Provide mentorship and enforce best practices in development and deployment.
Innovation:
Explore and implement GenAI/LLM capabilities within Palantir AIP for advanced analytics.
Stay updated on Foundry features and drive adoption of new functionalities.
Senior Developer
Software test engineer job in McLean, VA
The candidate must have experience with both Java and Python, in addition to PowerShell and AI/ML tools.
Must Have Qualifications: Python and Java development, strong understanding of design and explain and educate developers.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and implement developer workspaces using physical, virtualized, or browser-based solutions.
Develop tools primarily in Python and Java to enhance developer workflows.
Advocate for and implement CI/CD improvements through new tooling and commonly available libraries.
Create patterns to manage desktop provisioning and software package management using SCCM, VDI, or similar technologies.
Lead initiatives to integrate Generative AI capabilities into Developer workflows, enhancing the value proposition for customers.
Partner with end-user collaboration suites to create seamless developer experiences.
Ensure all solutions meet audit, risk, and governance requirements.
Evangelize best practices and solutions within the developer community.
Senior Java Software Engineer
Software test engineer job in McLean, VA
Java developer
Note- Ex-Capital One Preferred
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We are looking for Java developer with Angular, AWS (Backend Java, Node)
Java Software Engineer
Software test engineer job in Fort Meade, MD
Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph
Seeking an experienced Software Engineer who will support mission-critical systems for a Federal customer at Fort Meade, Maryland. This entry-level role focuses on developing and maintaining Java-based applications in a secure environment. The engineer will work closely with senior developers and system engineers to deliver reliable and scalable software solutions.
Key Responsibilities
· Design, develop, test, and maintain Java applications.
· Participate in software development lifecycle activities including requirements analysis and design.
· Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
· Support integration and deployment of software in secure environments.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
Experience: 4+ years of experience in software development, preferably in Java.
Preference: Java certification or relevant coursework preferred.
Skills:
· Proficiency in Java programming language.
· Understanding of object-oriented design and development.
· Familiarity with development tools such as Eclipse or IntelliJ.
· Basic knowledge of secure coding practices and federal IT standards.
Senior Java Software Engineer
Software test engineer job in Fort Meade, MD
Que Technology Group is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to work with a team of developers to implement new capabilities in support of the current classification marking tool and the tool to be used to support M365 web based applications. The position involves full life cycle design, development, testing, and documentation of policy-driven software across multiple fabrics. The focus will include the extension and customization of tools used for classification string validation and comparison for access control.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Willingness to mentor junior developers
Play role in Introducing and incorporating software development best practices into team's development process
Collaborate with junior developers to improve their knowledge and experience with development standards and best practices
Administer, maintain and implement policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the application
Foster open communication and collaboration
Gather, analyze, and capture customer requirements
Assist in the development of requirements for new features and fix defects
Create and expand unit tests and end to end testing
Evaluate, troubleshoot and fix defects
Define new features
Triage user issues and provide Tier 3 customer support
Test and evaluate new software releases and merge requests
Experience engaging leadership, customers and interfacing with teams
Strong time management and organizational skills
Required Qualifications:
Eight years of Software Engineering experience
Bachelor's Degree or higher in computer engineering or in a field related to computer engineering or computer science disciplines. An additional 4 years of Software Engineering experience may be substituted for the degree for a total of 12 years.
At least three (3) years of work experience in the SIGINT, IA, or IT domains
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficient in JavaScript
Proficient in working with Git
Experience actively participating in code reviews
Experience Analyzing system requirements, the concept of operations, and high-level system architecture to develop requirements specifications
Experience with requirements elicitation.
Security Clearance:
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
BENEFITS:
Competitive salary
Company Medical/Dental/Vision plans - Company paid
Short-term Disability, Long-term disability and Life Insurance - Company paid
Business/ First Class travel upgrade for 7 hour or longer flights & company card will be provided for expenses
Vacation / Personal days granted at 25 days per year
Paid Federal Holidays - 11 days
$5,000 Annual Professional Development Fund plus 40 paid hours if in class
401K with 6% company match; all contributions are immediately vested by Employee
Employee will be paid a bonus of $10,000 per employee hired based on their referral
Up to 3 paid Code Red days due to customer closure
Que Technology Group, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Senior Software Engineer -- KUMDC5680656
Software test engineer job in McLean, VA
Required Technical Skills
(Required)
Strong design and development skills in two or more of the following technologies and tools: Java (3-5 years) Cucumber(3-5 years), JBehave or other BDD testing frameworks
At least 8 years of test automation framework design
Strong experience in testing Webservices (REST APIs) (3+5 years)
Proven experience developing test scripts, test cases, and test data
The ability to write queries in SQL or other relational databases
3+ years of experience in developing scenario based performance testing using JMeter
Experience testing full stack and integration testing with 3rd parties
End-to-end system integration testing experience for software platforms
(Desired)
Hands on experience with Python
development experience in AWS Cloud technology
Experience in TDD, continuous integration, code review practice is strongly desired
Experience with Apigee or other API gateways is a plus
Experience with DevOps concepts and tools (e.g., CI/CD, Jenkins, Git)
At least 2 years working on an Agile team with a solid understanding of Agile/Lean practices.
Understanding of a micro service Architecture
Experience load and performance testing
Strong documentation skills
Java Software Engineer
Software test engineer job in Sterling, VA
REI Systems' mission is to deliver reliable and innovative technology solutions that empower federal, state, local, and nonprofit organizations to achieve their missions. For over 35 years, we've helped our customers solve complex challenges, make data-driven decisions, streamline processes, and improve citizen services. As a 100% employee-owned company, we are all directly invested in delivering excellence. With a fierce commitment to mission impact, we ensure measurable outcomes that align with our customers' strategic goals.
REI is also leading the industry in the integration of Artificial Intelligence across federal capture, delivery, and customer engagement. We leverage AI-driven research, opportunity intelligence, competitive assessments, and customer insight tools to elevate our win strategies and accelerate decision-making. This role will work in an environment where AI is embedded into the capture lifecycle-and will be expected to use AI tools to enhance capture quality, speed, and precision.
We offer the same commitment to our employees by providing professional development, meaningful projects, and flexibility to spend time with family and friends. We believe employees are at their best when fulfilled in both their professional careers and their personal lives. Learn more at *******************
Employees voted REI Systems a Washington Post Top Workplace in 2015, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025!
Position Overview:
REI Systems is seeking a Mid Level Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and modernizing large-scale enterprise applications using modern technologies and Agile methodologies. This position requires hands-on technical expertise with strong Java development Stack work.
Responsibilties:
As a core member of an Agile team, this role participates in planning, analysis, design, development, and testing activities while collaborating closely with REI technical leads on design, coding, code reviews, and testing to support enterprise system modernization. The position works with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new development with existing systems and is responsible for designing and building web and microservice-based applications using JSON, REST APIs, and HTTP protocols. It involves deploying and maintaining applications on platforms such as JBoss EAP and Apache Tomcat, implementing test-driven development, and automating unit and integration tests within a CI/CD environment. The role uses Git or SVN for version control, develops responsive front-end interfaces with HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript, and applies object-oriented programming and software design principles to produce clean, maintainable code. Additional responsibilities include contributing to Agile ceremonies, leveraging tools like GitLab and Rally, developing effort estimates and implementation timelines, utilizing Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and cloud deployment in government-authorized environments, and maintaining expertise in CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and code versioning.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of hands-on experience across the full software development lifecycle, primarily within the Java Development Stack (Java/Enterprise Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, REST, JSON, XML, JPA, Hibernate, SQL, JavaScript, Angular).
Expert-level proficiency in Java/J2EE programming for enterprise-scale applications.
5+ years of full-stack development experience using Java, Web Services (REST/SOAP), JavaScript frameworks (jQuery, React, or Angular), Spring, and Hibernate.
Proven experience developing enterprise-grade web applications using Java EE, XML, and Web Services.
Experience with relational databases, including Oracle and MySQL.
Hands-on experience with AWS Cloud (Preferred).
Strong understanding of modern web architecture, SOA, microservices, mobile development, DevOps, and Agile methodologies.
Experience with cloud technologies and low-code/no-code development platforms is a plus.
Excellent troubleshooting, debugging, and multi-tasking abilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working directly with customers.
Education and Certification
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
AWS Certification (Nice to have).
Clearance Requirement: Eligible to obtain a public trust clearance.
Location: Hybrid (1 Day per week in our Sterling, VA HQ)
EEO Statement: REI Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In our workplace, we seek, we welcome, and respect diversity in all of its forms.
Senior Angular Developer - Only on W2
Software test engineer job in McLean, VA
Sr. Front End Developer
Angular 14 or later, JavaScript, CMS, Bloomreach, GitHub, understanding of end-to-end test and unit test
Call Notes:
Team Info:
Card Tech: DFS Integration project
Building from scratch, complete acquisition exp on the Client
Role Info:
Hands-on Sr. Angular Developer roles with strong Angular 14, JavaScript, Bloomreach, & GitHub background
Frontend development with Angular
End-to-end testing
Top Skills:
Angular 14 Or higher version exp is a must
JavaScript exp is a must
Bloomreach, & GitHub exp is a must
Nice to have:
Adobe Target skills
Strong communication & teamwork