Automation Test Engineer

Automation Test Engineer

SAIC is a trusted leader in delivering advanced command and control capabilities across the Department of the Air Force, bringing deep expertise in how cutting edge technologies are engineered, secured, and delivered to the fight. At the center of this mission, the Common Mission Control Center (CMCC) unifies data, sensors, mission applications, cloud based services, and emerging AI enabled automation to give warfighters a decisive edge—turning complex, multidomain information into fast, clear, and actionable decisions in the moments that matter most. The CMCC System Facilitator contract positions SAIC to accelerate how new capabilities are integrated, tested, secured, and transitioned into operational use, working side by side with operators, engineers, Capability Providers, and government teams to ensure every delivery strengthens mission readiness. This effort offers the chance to directly shape how the Air Force sees, decides, and acts across all domains—making a tangible and immediate impact on warfighter effectiveness.

SAIC is seeking an Automation Test Engineer who will serve as a key member of the CMCC Test Team, working directly under the Senior Test Engineer. This role focuses on hands on test case development, test automation, environment setup, execution, and integration into CI/CD pipelines. The Test Engineer collaborates closely with software developers, cyber engineers, cloud engineers, and Capability Providers to ensure accurate, repeatable, and SIPaligned test execution across environments.

This position will be hybrid remote located near Washington, DC, Colorado Springs, CO, or Beale AFB, CA.

Job Duties Include:

• Support the Senior Test Engineer in implementing automated and manual test procedures for CMCC capabilities.
• Develop automated test scripts (Python preferred) and assist with building automated test frameworks integrated into CI/CD pipelines.
• Execute test cases for functional, regression, integration, API, and interface testing under direction from the Senior Test Engineer.
• Build, maintain, and troubleshoot test environments across cloud, virtual, and hardware components.
• Document test results, defects, and anomalies; support root‑cause analysis and coordinate with developers for issue resolution.
• Validate CI/CD outputs such as builds, scans, and automated test results prior to release promotion.
• Support performance, load, and security‑related test activities as assigned.
• Assist with generating test data, test documentation, and Acceptance Test Report (ATR) inputs.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies to provide testing status, raise risks/impediments, and coordinate dependencies across teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test automation, test data management, and workflow refinement.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• TS/SCI clearance.
• US citizenship.
• Certifications: Security +, CISSP or equivalent.
• Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience.
• Experience developing and executing automated and manual test cases.
• Hands on experience with automation tools (Selenium, PyTest, REST Assured, SoapUI, JUnit, TestNG).
• Proficient in scripting for automation (Python required; Bash/Java helpful).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, Bitbucket, Azure DevOps) and Git-based source control workflows.
• Experience supporting Agile/Scrum teams and working within DevSecOps environments.
• Understanding of distributed systems, APIs, microservices, or containerized applications.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with load and performance testing tools or automated security scanning.
• Understanding of RMF/ATO evidence requirements or security-focused testing.
• Exposure to UCI schema testing, external interface validation, or multiclassification test workflows.
• ISTQB, Security+, or DevSecOps-related certifications.
• Experience with Kubernetes, containers, or cloud-based test environments.
• Experience with monitoring/observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Elastic).
• Strong technical writing for test reports, scripts, and documentation.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.