Test Engineer (TS/SCI)

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Maxar is seeking a Test Engineer who is experienced in both manual and automated testing to support various test processes across different environments (low side and high side) within the KTIS program. You will be responsible for delivering formal test documentation and ensuring that our products are reliable and meet necessary standards. We are looking for someone who has hands-on experience with automated testing (front-end, back-end, and full end-to-end) and who can contribute to the selection and implementation of the right technologies to meet testing needs.

Maxar is a leader in the field of signal and image processing. This team is building innovative software using mathematical solutions to support users in the defense and intelligence communities. Maxar's products and services contribute to missions in support of national security, provide expertise used in the latest app technology, and support efforts for the health and sustainability of our planet. Now is your chance to amplify your impact, working to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

As an industry-leading earth observation satellite imagery provider, Maxar unlocks the promise of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. We monitor global change, deliver broadband communications, and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure and Earth Intelligence.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Execute manual and automated test processes in low side and high side environments.

• Deliver formal test documentation and reports, ensuring that products meet the necessary reliability and quality standards.

• Provide hands-on automated testing expertise for front-end, back-end, and full end-to-end processes.

• Collaborate with software and system engineers to ensure comprehensive test coverage and efficient test execution.

• Contribute to the selection and implementation of the right tools and technologies for testing needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline (4 years of additional experience may be substituted for a degree).

• 5+ years of experience in manual and automated testing.

• Must be willing to work in the office 5 days a week in Herndon, VA or Melbourne, FL.

• Willing to take on a hands-on role in testing processes.

• Strong experience with automated testing tools and frameworks for front-end and back-end testing.

• Experience delivering formal test documentation in a structured environment.

• Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating environments.

• Experience with Java programming.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with end-to-end automated testing.

• Experience with continuous integration environments, particularly Jenkins.

• Experience in cloud testing environments.

• Proficient in static code analysis tools such as SonarQube.

• Experience with Cypress for automated testing, including running tests during builds and nightly end-to-end tests.

• Familiarity with Fortify for security testing and troubleshooting configurations in Jenkins.

• Experience with DevOps pipelines, including validation tests, services, processes, and reporting through Confluence.

• Understanding of unit testing practices and how to utilize available data effectively in low side environments.

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$78,000.00 - $166,000.00 annually.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.maxar.com/careers/benefits

This position will be posted for a minimum of three business days, and will be posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. 

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.