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Connect. Grow. with KBR!\nKBR is seeking an experienced Test & Validation Lead to support the MSEIT contract at Space Systems Command (SSC). This role is responsible for developing and executing the program's overall testing and validation strategy across multiple independently contracted software development teams supporting U.S. Space Force mission systems.\nThe Test & Validation Lead serves as the focal point for integration testing, end-to-end validation, user acceptance testing (UAT), and release readiness activities. Working within a federated development environment, this individual will help ensure development teams maximize their internal testing effectiveness while establishing program-level testing practices that validate capabilities across organizational and system boundaries.\nThis is a hands-on role. The successful candidate will not only define testing approaches and coordinate test activities but will also actively develop, execute, and analyze tests to support delivery and operational acceptance efforts.\nThe program is actively evolving toward CI/CD-oriented software delivery, and the Test & Validation Lead will help drive increased automation, continuous testing, and rapid feedback mechanisms across the development lifecycle.\nResponsibilities\nTest Strategy Development - Develop and maintain the program's overall testing and validation strategy across multiple development teams and mission systems.\n\nTest Coordination - Work directly with independently contracted development teams to improve test planning, test coverage, test traceability, and release readiness.\n\nIntegration Testing - Develop and execute integration tests validating interactions across systems, services, interfaces, and mission workflows.\n\nEnd-to-End Validation - Define and execute mission-focused validation scenarios that assess complete operational workflows rather than isolated software components.\n\nUser Acceptance Testing (UAT) - Plan, coordinate, and manage user acceptance testing activities across stakeholder organizations and operational communities.\n\nUAT Management - Identify capabilities requiring user validation, develop test objectives, assign testing responsibilities to appropriate user groups, and manage execution through completion.\n\nTest Execution - Personally develop, execute, document, and analyze tests as part of overall validation efforts.\n\nDefect Management - Coordinate identification, prioritization, tracking, and resolution of defects discovered during integration and user testing activities.\n\nRelease Readiness Assessment - Support operational readiness reviews, deployment decisions, and release acceptance activities.\n\nTest Reporting - Develop dashboards, readiness metrics, test status reports, and leadership briefings regarding overall system quality and test progress.\n\nAutomation Enablement - Identify opportunities to automate testing activities and incorporate testing into CI/CD delivery pipelines.\n\nCross-Team Collaboration - Work closely with software developers, DevSecOps engineers, cyber personnel, systems engineers, operational users, and program leadership.\n\nWork Environment:\nLocation: El Segundo, CA (Work-from-home flexibility with on-site support as required)\n\nTravel Requirements: Minimal\n\nWorking Hours: Standard\n\nRequired\nAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance\n\nBachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related technical field\n\n7+ years of experience supporting software testing, quality assurance, systems validation, integration testing, or mission system verification activities\n\nExperience developing test strategies and test plans for complex software systems\n\nExperience conducting integration testing and end-to-end system validation\n\nExperience planning and managing user acceptance testing activities involving multiple stakeholder organizations\n\nDemonstrated ability to perform hands-on testing and validation activities\n\nFamiliarity with Agile software development methodologies and iterative delivery environments\n\nUnderstanding of software development lifecycles and release management processes\n\nExperience coordinating testing activities across multiple development teams\n\nExperience using Jira, Confluence, test management platforms, and related collaboration tools\n\nStrong analytical and organizational skills\n\nStrong communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams\n\nProficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)\n\nDesired\nActive Secret or higher clearance\n\nMaster’s degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related technical field\n\nExperience supporting Space Systems Command (SSC), Space Operations Command (SpOC/CFC), or related U.S. Space Force programs\n\nFamiliarity with SATCOM systems, mission systems, or operational C2 environments\n\nExperience operating in Agile, DevSecOps, or software factory environments\n\nFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines and continuous testing methodologies\n\nExperience developing automated test frameworks and automated integration testing approaches\n\nUnderstanding of operational acceptance (OA) processes and mission assurance activities\n\nExperience supporting Kubernetes-based, cloud-native, or distributed software environments\n\nFamiliarity with API testing, service integration testing, and microservice architectures\n\nExperience coordinating testing across independently contracted development organizations\n\nExperience implementing shift-left testing strategies within Agile or DevSecOps environments\n\nFamiliarity with automated test tools such as Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, Postman, Karate, Robot Framework, or similar technologies\n\nExperience developing test data management and test environment strategies\n\nFamiliarity with performance, resiliency, or operational testing approaches\n\nExperience supporting AI-enabled mission systems or data-driven applications\n\nExperience supporting transition from large release cycles to CI/CD-oriented delivery models\n\nCertifications such as INCOSE CSEP/ESEP\n\nBasic Compensation: $129,000 to $161,000 in El Segundo, CA\nThe offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.\nReady to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team.\nKBR Benefits\nKBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.\nBelong, Connect and Grow at KBR\nAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.\nKBR is an equal opportunity employer. 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