Test Engineer 1

Company OverviewBy Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide. Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains. CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.Position OverviewThe Test/Integration Engineer is part of a team that tests software and hardware baselines as well as integrating systems together.This is an in-office position with ability for remote work as required and approved.ResponsibilitiesSupports the design and creation of software test cases, scenarios, and procedures that incorporate the use of a variety of software applications and tools.Performs unit testing, configuration item and system level tests, and support verification/validation testing as required.Develop test plans and test reports for all levels of testing performed.Works closely with the customer, development staff and systems engineers to thoroughly understand the system requirements and software and hardware implementation.Understands the AGILE method of software development and can work in an Agile environment.Required Experience/QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as electrical engineering, computer science, information technology, systems or software engineering from an accredited college or university.May substitute relevant military or work experience in lieu of degree.Preferred Experience/QualificationsExperience with Red Hat LINUX, Windows, VMWare and an understanding of Agilesoftware development method.Special Requirements/Security ClearanceAbility to obtain and/or maintain a Secret clearanceBenefits OverviewCESI recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise. Our benefit package includes:Medical, Dental & VisioCoverageWellness Program401(k) MatchingDisability (Short Term & Long Term)Employee Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceEducation & TrainingGenerous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty)Cole Engineering Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, membership in an employee organization, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws.Job SummaryID: 2026-11652# of Openings: 1Category: Systems SupportClearance: Tier 3 - Secret/ADP II