Senior Software Test Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 28, 2026. ASRC Federal scores A on the Alion truth index.
ASRC Federal System Solutions LLC is seeking a Software Test Engineer to support the U.S. Space Force's Critical Satellite Communications (C-SAR) mission in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In this role, you will help ensure the reliability, performance, and readiness of mission-critical software systems that support MILSATCOM operations around the globe.
This is an opportunity to work directly with cutting-edge satellite command and control technologies in a highly collaborative environment where your contributions have a direct impact on national security and space operations.
Location: Colorado Springs, CO (onsite)Clearance: At a minimum, Active Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
What You'll Do
As a member of a specialized engineering team, you will support testing and validation activities for the Command and Control System - Consolidated (CCS-C) integrated environment. Your work will help ensure the successful deployment and operation of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) applications, custom-developed software, and satellite-specific data products supporting U.S. Space Force missions. Applications are hosted on Windows, Solaris, and Linux platforms.
Responsibilities include:
Develop, prepare, and execute formal software acceptance tests
Validate software maintenance releases and system enhancements
Collaborate closely with software developers during unit, integration, and system testing activities
Analyze test results, identify defects, and support resolution efforts
Provide daily status reporting during formal test events
Maintain and execute regression test suites to ensure system stability
Support user acceptance testing and assist with troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
Verify software performance across Windows, Linux, and Solaris environments
Apply software configuration management (CM) best practices to ensure consistency and integrity across multiple systems
Required Qualifications
At a minimum, Active Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
Must be a US Citizen
Current Security+ certification (DoD 8570 IAT Level II), or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 2–4 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience supporting MILSATCOM operations, satellite command and control systems, or a related developmental/operational environment preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to both engineering teams and customers
Preferred Qualifications
4+ years of software or system testing experience
Experience supporting MILSATCOM and/or satellite command and control systems
Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies
Experience working in classified or mission-critical operational environments
Knowledge of automated testing tools and test management processes
Ability to articulate technical concepts orally and in written forms both internally to the team as well as externally to the customer
Why ASRC Federal?
At ASRC Federal, you'll work alongside talented professionals supporting some of the nation's most important space and defense missions. We offer meaningful work, a collaborative culture, opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute to capabilities that help protect and connect our nation.