Software Test Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026. SAIC scores B on the Alion truth index.
SAIC seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Software Test Engineer to support the GMASS Test & Evaluation (T&E) team supporting missile warning, defense, and space no-fail missions for the US Space Force. The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced technical expertise, strong agile practices, and a collaborative approach to solving complex engineering challenges. This role requires responsible and coherent planning, development, and execution of Ground-Based Radar software to include delivery of system and network assessments used for verification, validation and integration into the operational baseline. This position is located on-site in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Job Duties:
Responsible for code test coverage of software under development which modifies the software baseline of the PARCS ground-based radar.
Designs, develops, and documents unit tests that will be turned into version unique tests (VUTs) for PARCS software release delivery testing.
Aids developers in lab tests and debugging application software in a classified lab located at Peterson Space Force base. Support system integration, test, development, and execution of complex systems.
Conducts analysis and collaborates with subject matter experts in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for testing PARCS software.
Develops technical solutions to complex testing problems, which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
Participate in troubleshooting systems to resolve complex issues, interact, and coordinate with engineers responsible for sustaining operational and test systems.
Bachelor’s and two plus (2+) years’ relevant experience.
Active Secret Clearance
Experience testing backend host software and frontend graphical user interfaces.
Experience with Unix and Windows systems.
A basic understanding of thread mechanics, such as blocking vs non-blocking operations and synchronous vs asynchronous tasks.
Desired:
COMPTIA Security+
Experience sustaining UEWR/PARCS or other Strategic Warning and Surveillance radar systems including knowledge of RF hardware/software design, and test methodologies.
Experience working in Agile or DevSecOps development environments
- Experience with Solaris Operating system.