Test Engineer \u2013 AWS/Automation - 8+ yrs of Experience - TS/SCI w/Poly Clearance <\/span><\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p> Halogen Engineering Group is looking for a Test Engineer<\/span><\/span><\/span> who can <\/span><\/span><\/span> a<\/span><\/span> nalyze system requirements and concept of operations documents, acquisition plans, and system descriptions to develop evaluation and test plans and procedures, prepare for and conduct the data collection and analysis, and report status and results. Supports the development of Government test and evaluation documentation e.g., Test & Evaluation (T&E) Strategy, Test & Evaluation Master Plan, Event Test Plans, Test Readiness Assessments, and T&E Reports. Works with other test organizations to support T&E program integration. Provides specialized T&E capabilities tailored to system functions, level, maturity, and performance area as assigned in the SOW.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p> Location: Columbia, MD<\/span><\/span> <\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p> <\/span> <\/span> Travel Required:<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/b> <\/span> No<\/span><\/span> <\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p> <\/span> <\/span> Shift:<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/b> <\/span> Day<\/span><\/span> <\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p> <\/span> <\/span> Remote Type:<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/b> <\/span> Onsite<\/span><\/span> <\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p> <\/span> <\/span> Security Clearance: <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/b> <\/span> Current TS/SCI<\/span><\/span> <\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p> <\/span> <\/span> Polygraph: <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/b> <\/span> Required <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p> <\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p> <\/span> <\/span> Salary Range<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/b> <\/span> <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p> <\/span> The projected compensation range for this position is 191<\/b><\/span><\/span> K to 196K<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/b> (annualized USD). <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p> <\/span> Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual\u2019s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, com<\/span><\/span> petencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.<\/span><\/span><\/i> <\/span><\/span><\/p> <\/span><\/span><\/b><\/div> Capabilities <\/span><\/span><\/b> <\/div> <\/div> \u2022 Develop, maintain, and enhance automated test suites for back-end REST APIs and web-based user interfaces. <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Build and maintain a scalable, reliable test automation harness (framework) including execution, reporting, data setup/teardown, and CI/CD integration. <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Implement and expand Python-based test automation using Pytest, including fixtures, test data strategies, and robust assertions/validation. <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Create and maintain Docker/Podman container images used to run automation consistently across developer environments and CI pipelines. <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Integrate automated test execution into Jenkins and GitLab CI/CD pipelines, ensuring repeatable runs, clear reporting, and actionable results. <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Use Linux command-line tools and Bash shell scripting to locate, parse, transform, and report on large volumes of logs, test output, and system data. <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Support and extend UI automation using Robot Framework and the Python Selenium library, including test stability improvements and best practices. <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Collaborate with stakeholders to plan, estimate, and break down work for migrating the current in-house test harness from legacy Robot Framework to a modern alternative (e.g., Robot Framework AIO or Microsoft Playwright). <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Write and maintain SQL queries (using SQL Developer or similar tooling) and integrate database validation steps into automated tests were appropriate. <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Troubleshoot CI failures and test irregularity/volatility, improve test reliability, and contribute to continuous improvement of the overall QA automation approach. <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Assist with any or all of the Level I tasks as constrained by technical training and previous testing experience <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Conduct research into and apply knowledge of Government test and evaluation concepts all related engineering acquisition and operations activities as needed to support the T&E activities <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Plan and Execute Performance Analysis <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Review planned acquisition approaches to support T&B schedule alignment with decision maker needs for T&E support <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Analyze performance risk areas to focus T&B planning <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Specify, validate, and adapt Modeling and Simulation for T&E use <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Apply Statistical Analysis of variations in performance behavior to characterize confidence in <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 performance estimates <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Select, develop, & use analysis tools <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Execute the evaluation plan of data collected by the Testing Task <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Plan and Execute Performance Data Collection <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Plan program and event level testing for collection of data required for analysis and to synch T&E events with supported decision points <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Establish and employ Data & Configuration Management capabilities <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Support Data Authentication group functions; and comply with program Discrepancy Reporting criteria and processes <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Assess operational and system performance requirements for testability and criticality to frame and prioritize T&E objectives and enable evaluation planning <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Coordinate with program Systems Engineering (SE) and review T&E-related SE information to leverage functional analysis, system descriptions parameter selection and dependencies, Modeling and Simulation, and initial performance risk assessments to inform evaluation planning <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Assess operational environments and priorities for evaluation attention and scenario selection, and to coordinate user participation in T&E <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Plan program and event level risk-tailored performance estimation and analysis of system and operational Effectiveness and Suitability metrics & conditions· levels of T&E include inspection, demonstration paper analysis, survey simulation, and physical test <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Design surveys for evaluation of Subject Matter Expert (SE input and user as estimates of performance) <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Participate in the T&E Working-level Integrated Product Team (WIPT) and/or Integrated Test Team for coordination of evaluation plans <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Produce Evaluation Plans (metric framework, scenarios/threads, timelines, requirements/T&E cross-walk), Analysis Plans Data Requirements Risk Assessments, Evaluation Reports Status reports; provide input to Government T&E products (e.g., Technology Readiness Assessments, Test & Evaluation Strategy, Test & Evaluation Master Plan, T&E Plans & Procedures and Test <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Readiness Reports) <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Design data sampling schemes to optimize the information/resource balance and to control testing uncertainties <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Select, coordinate. and calibrate Instrumentation, collection and data management tools, targets, and facilities <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Ensure test readiness including training of test event participants re conduct of the event; equipment readiness, and security legal, and privacy compliance arrangements <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Participate in T&E WIPT and/or Integrated Test Team for coordination of data collection plan - <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Execute Testing and Data Collection per plan <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Produce associated Test Plans, Procedures, and Reports /Briefings, Data Management Plan <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Define and provide technical direction and guidance for the Level 1 tasks to the Level 0 and Level 1 TEs assigned to the task <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Recommend draft plans and reports from the Level 1 tasks for approval by the task leader <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Work directly with the Government sponsor to coordinate task implementation <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Maintain knowledge of current and evolving agency, national, and international standards applicable to the system development of interest <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Provide overall leadership of the T&E task and serve as primary liaison to the government for supporting contract coordination and task execution <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Communicate issues and solutions to the broader government and contract management structure as requested by Leadership <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Ensure the appropriate level of independence of the team from the solution provider to support government management of objectivity risk <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Manage T&E resources and tasks; ensure quality assurance of test processes and product <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Coordinate and integrate Evaluation and Testing tasks and products <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Participate in T&E WIPT and /or integrated Test Team as needed to ensure proper coordination of T&E activities <\/span><\/span><\/div> \u2022 Drive innovation and responsiveness to program changes and evolving T&E status to help manage program risk; develop alternative courses of action, work-arounds, and fall-back positions with a recommended course of action for each risk and monitor and re-evaluate risks at appropriate milestones<\/span><\/span> <\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table> <\/div><\/span> Requirements<\/h3> Required Skills<\/b><\/span><\/span> <\/div> \u200b<\/b><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/div> AWS<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/div> Automation experience<\/span><\/span> <\/div> <\/div> Qualifications<\/span><\/span><\/b> <\/div> <\/span><\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/div> Eight (8) years\u2019 experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required. Bachelor\u2019s degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional TE experience may be substituted for a bachelor\u2019s degree. <\/span><\/span><\/div> <\/span> <\/p> <\/div><\/span> Benefits<\/h3> <\/span><\/span> CareFirst Insurance<\/u><\/span><\/span> <\/span> <\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/p> Medical Plans<\/span> <\/span> <\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/p> Three available medical plans\u20132 Platinum PPO Plans ($0 Deductible) and 1 HSA Plan ($1500 deductible)<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/li> Halogen pays 100% Medical Premium Costs up to $25,000<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/li> CareFirst Wellness Rewards Program<\/span><\/span> <\/li><\/ul> Guardian Insurance <\/u><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span> <\/div> \u200b<\/u><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/div> Dental Plan<\/span> <\/span> <\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/p> Halogen pays 50% of the plan costs<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul> Vision Plan<\/span> <\/span> <\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/p> Halogen pays 100% of the plan costs<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul> 401K Retirement Plan<\/span> <\/span> <\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/p> · 10% contribution paid by the company, automatically vested and paid in each pay period.<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p> Life Insurance, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability Coverage<\/span> <\/span> <\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/p> Paid Time Off<\/span> <\/span> <\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/p> · 20 Paid Time Off Days<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p> · 6 Federal Holidays<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p> · 5 Floating Holidays<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p> Bonuses<\/span> <\/span> <\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/p> · Based on performance and billable hours<\/span> <\/span> <\/p> Halogen Engineering Group does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.<\/span> <\/span> <\/i> <\/span><\/span><\/p> <\/span> <\/span> <\/p> <\/div><\/span>

Timing