Systems Test Engineer

Job Description
Role: Systems Test Engineer (HW/SW)

Summary: Seeking an experienced Hardware and Software Test Engineer with a strong background in system-level testing to join a Test & Integration team in Columbia, MD. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in testing Mission Critical and/or Air Traffic Management systems, network infrastructure, and radio-telephone communications software and hardware elements. Will conduct and provide support for informal testing, customer acceptance testing, and other Test related activities. In addition, the candidate is expected to interface with customers and partners on a technical level, discuss system-level and site-specific requirements, and test plans.

Duties:
•Design, develop, and execute test procedures for both hardware and software components
•Demonstrate a strong understanding of testing principles, including thorough test documentation, test coverage & traceability, and Test Verification Methods
•Perform functional, maintenance/reliability, stability/load, performance, analysis, security, voice quality, and environmental tests
•Plan verification strategies and test specifications based on customer and product requirements, software and hardware requirements, and use case scenarios.
•Manage test environment for assigned Test program(s), including managing test scripts and test equipment
•Identify and fully document any defects/unexpected anomalies identified during testing with instruction of how to recreate the issue
•Review and interpret system and software requirements from a testability perspective
•Maintain well organized record of test results and generate historical analysis of test results
•Communicate technical issues or project details with Test Management, Engineering, and stakeholders

Must have the following experience to be eligible for consideration:
•At least 5 years Hands-on testing hardware and software for Air Traffic Management environment, Radio Control Equipment, and/or VoIP systems.
•Working with digital and analog telecommunications including VoIP and radio systems
•Developing internal and deliverable system-level test procedures, preferably for mission critical equipment, within a production environment.
•Working with telecommunications systems and related technologies (VoIP, T1, ISDN, POTS, TDM).
•Writing clear and concise test plans and test procedures based on system requirements and clearly document defects.
•BS in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Equivalent Experience (at least 3 years) with IT and telecommunications hardware and software


In addition to above, should have experience with:
•Industry standard test tools and equipment (e.g. Oscilloscope, Transmission Impairment Measurement Set (TIMS), Multimeter, Viavi T-BERD, Sage Multi-Channel Test Instrument)
•Commercial performance, simulation, and analysis testing tools (e.g., VOTER, GL Comm TDM Solutions, etc.)
•Familiarity with industry standards such as ED-137, MIL-STD-461G, FCC 47 Part B, FAA-G-2100H, FAA NextGen, DO-278A
•Network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark (preferred), Ethereal)
•Familiarity with Linux operating systems and basic IP network skills
•Bug-tracking systems (e.g., JIRA (preferred)) and Test Management Systems (e.g., JAMA)
•Strong understanding in Test Methodologies, Agile/Scrum software development processes and project life cycles


Beneifts available for this position include:
•401K with Employer Match
•Health (w/ HSA option), Dental, & Vision Insurance
•Vacation Leave
•Paid Holidays, plus week between Christmas & New Year's
•Paid Sick Leave & Jury Duty
•Long- & Short-Term Disability
•Maternity, Paternity, Adoption Leave