Test Engineer 3

Location Annapolis Junction, MD

Job Code 2107

# of Openings 1

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DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com

Test Engineer 3

Candidate must have an active TS/SCI w/ Poly

For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA’s successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters.

Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence.

Key Tasks:

· Analyze system requirements, concept of operations documents, and system descriptions to develop test plans and procedures; prepare for and conduct the data collection and analysis; and report status and results

· Support the development of Government test and evaluation documentation

· Work with other test organizations to support T&E program integration

· Provide specialized T&E capabilities tailored to system functions, level, maturity, and performance area as assigned

Required Skills:

· Eight (8) years experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.

· Bachelor’s degree in Math, Computer 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’s degree.

· Provide overall leadership of the T&E task and serve as primary liaison to the government for supporting contract coordination and task execution

· Communicate issues and solutions to the broader government and contract management structure as requested by Leadership

· Ensure the appropriate level of independence of the team from the solution provider to support government management of objectivity risk

· Manage T&E resources and tasks; ensure quality assurance of test processes and products

· Coordinate and integrate Evaluation and Testing tasks and products

· Participate in T&E WIPT and/or Integrated Test Team as needed to ensure proper coordination of T&E activities

· 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

· TS/SCI clearance with polygraph clearance required

Desired Skills :

· Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features

· Work with product leads and the customer to generate user stories or requirements

· Interpret user stories, requirements and designs for implementation

· Demonstrate forward thinking to improve and innovate on the current product

· Work with Docker or similar encapsulation and deployment frameworks

· Work with automated testing and development environments (Jenkins, Gitlab)

Required Education/ Certifications :

· Bachelor’s degree in Math, Computer 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’s degree.

At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we’re able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits.

Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large.

Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we’re here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships.

Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA’s culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection.

Empowering Health: DCCA’s benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our Benefits page (https://www.dcca.com/career/benefits) .

Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today’s IT problems.

DCCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.