Lead Test Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026. ManTech scores A on the Alion truth index.
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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Lead Test Engineer to support our contract under Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) out of Stafford, VA. The Software Test Engineer will be performing research and analysis on new and existing technologies and tools to provide more efficient software development and test techniques and processes for our Marine Corps client.
Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Coordinate and facilitate Automated Software Test-related technical and strategy discussions.
- Evaluate existing software test tools for implementation in the USMC environment.
- Develop automation requirements and an implementation roadmap for the client.
- Conduct proof of concept/prototype demonstrations on designated programs of record.
- Integrate automated test protocols into existing agile and CI/CD pipelines.
Mandatory Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and at least 5 years of related experience in software test engineering. Additional 2 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
- Knowledge of software testing principles, methodologies, and techniques, including black box, white box, and gray box testing.
- At least 2 years of experience with Automation Testing Frameworks such as Robot Framework, Appium, TestComplete, or similar tools.
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript, and their application in automation testing. Ability to write automation scripts using programming languages and automation testing frameworks.
- Understanding of Agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, and their impact on software testing.
- Knowledge of the Software Acquisition Pathway (SWP), including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Understanding of DoD Acquisition/T&E policies and regulations.
- Understanding of DoN/USMC Logistics lifecycle management processes, policies, and organization.
- Certifications: Possession of relevant certifications, such as ISTQB, CSTE, or similar certifications.
- Understanding of USMC Logistics management Defense Business Systems (e.g., GCSS-MC) and cloud environments (e.g., MCBOSS)
- Experience with cloud-based technologies, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Understanding of AI/ML use in testing.
Security Clearance Required:
- Must have a current/active DoD Secret Clearance.
Physical Requirements:
- Sedentary work
The projected compensation range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,100.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
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