Software Test Lead

Job Description

Job Description

IESE Solutions is seeking a Software Test Lead to support to the US Space Force (USSF) in developing and deploying novel command and control applications within the Program Executive Office (PEO) portfolio in  El Segundo, CA . If you like working with customers to help them manage their critical mission test and evaluation program and leading working groups to get the job done, then this could be the job for you.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Manage the customer developmental test and evaluation program and collaborate on operational and, or integrated test and evaluation planning.
• Lead working groups and other teams on the formulation of test objectives, requirements and plan development.
• Provide DevSecOps test support to both factory and site development and acceptance testing.
• Provide interface test support of an application with enterprise/infrastructure and software interfaces with external systems.
• Provide test support to both developmental and operational test and evaluation events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of related experience.
• Must have an active Top Secret clearance with in-scope SSBI/T5 background investigation. Ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information and Special Access Program accesses. Must be willing to consent to a polygraph.
• Experience with supporting and/or managing test programs throughout the engineering life cycle.
• Familiarity of Scaled Agile Framework and, or DevSecOps development processes.
• Knowledge of Developmental Test & Evaluation (or Integrated Test & Evaluation).

Candidates who have one or more of the following skills will be preferred:

• Master's Degree in engineering, computer science, math or a related field.
• Knowledge of Operational-level Command and Control systems and/or applications.
• Professional certification (e.g., ITEA CTEP, INCOSE CSEP, SAFe, etc.).
• National Security Space and, or the Space Control mission area.
• Test Experience implemented on a Continuous Integration/Continuous Development (CI/CD) pipeline.
• Experience testing in a cloud environment.
• Experience working in development environment and, or U.S. Government weapons system program office.
• Test experience in the following areas:
• Writing Automated Tests
• Unit testing. Validates new features and functions added to the build
• Dynamic application security testing (DAST). Scans the build for security flaws, such as weak passwords or missing credentials
• Interactive application security testing (IAST). Analyzes traffic and execution flow to detect security issues, including those in third-party or open source components
• Regression testing. Verifies that changes or additions do not harm previous features
• Integration testing. Ensures the build operates with other applications or services
• User acceptance testing. Assesses whether users are able to use new features and functions as intended
• Performance testing. Ensures the build operates as required under load

Benefits

As a growing small engineering firm, IESE Solutions focuses on people and customers and delivery of uninterrupted high-quality work. Our approach to attracting and retaining highly qualified candidates is to provide an opportunity to help shape the firm's future and a competitive and flexible compensation package consistent with qualifications, security clearance eligibility, and roles. IESE Solutions offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including but are not limited to:

• Company 401K Contribution (no employee contribution required) up to 10% of qualifying salaries

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Time Off, including Holidays, Vacation
• Flexible Work Hours and supportive/collaborative work environment
• Continuous education sponsorship
• Career opportunities to participate in the next generation space sensing enterprise ground system integration, test and deployment and develop/enhance enduring professional skills and network.

At IESE Solutions, salaries are determined by various factors including location, education, clearance, skills, and experience among others. IESE Solutions considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, security clearance, education/training, and key skills.

IESE Solutions accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

IESE Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a culture of merit, diversity and inclusion.