Testing / Section 508 Specialist- Remote (DC, MD, VA Locals Only)

Testing / Section 508 Specialist- Remote (DC, MD, VA Locals Only)About SwingtechSwingtech delivers innovative Information Technology and Professional Support services to a diverse range of clients across the federal and intelligence communities. With over 15 years of trusted experience as a systems integrator, we apply agile methodologies and deep industry insight to help our customers achieve greater efficiency, compliance, and cost savings. At Swingtech, we're committed to excellence and long-term success for our clients and our team.Swingtech Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Testing / Section 508 Specialist to support accessibility testing, quality assurance, usability validation, and compliance review for federal digital learning products, web-based training platforms, and program deliverables.This role focuses on ensuring that eLearning content, web-based applications, documents, reports, multimedia assets, and user-facing digital materials are accessible, usable, and compliant with Section 508 and related accessibility standards. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience reviewing digital content and web-based functionality for accessibility, documenting findings, and working with cross-functional teams to support remediation.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform Section 508/accessibility testing of eLearning modules, web-based training content, learning management system functionality, documents, reports, and multimedia deliverablesReview digital products for accessibility, usability, navigation, readability, keyboard access, screen reader compatibility, captions, transcripts, alt text, color contrast, and form accessibilitySupport quality assurance testing of online courses, web applications, learner workflows, assessments, certificates, transcripts, reports, and user support materialsDevelop and execute accessibility test cases, QA checklists, review procedures, and validation scriptsDocument accessibility issues, defects, remediation recommendations, severity, and resolution statusCoordinate with eLearning developers, web developers, instructional designers, QA staff, technical writers, and program teams to support remediation and retestingValidate that corrected items meet accessibility and quality requirements before customer submission or releaseSupport testing of SCORM or LMS-published courseware to confirm functionality, tracking, completion, and learner experienceReview electronic documents and training materials for accessible formatting and compliance readinessSupport accessibility reviews for multimedia elements including video, audio, animations, captions, transcripts, and descriptive textAssist with user acceptance testing, regression testing, release validation, and post-release verificationMaintain testing records, defect logs, accessibility findings, remediation trackers, and validation evidenceHelp improve accessibility testing procedures, templates, checklists, and team guidanceStay current with Section 508, WCAG, and federal digital accessibility practicesMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Human-Computer Interaction, Education, Digital Media, Quality Assurance, Accessibility, or a related field; equivalent experience may be consideredAt least 3 years of experience supporting accessibility testing, Section 508 review, QA testing, web testing, eLearning testing, or related digital quality activitiesWorking knowledge of Section 508, WCAG, and digital accessibility principlesExperience testing web-based applications, eLearning content, electronic documents, reports, or multimedia products for accessibilityFamiliarity with screen reader testing concepts, keyboard-only navigation, color contrast checks, alt text review, captions, transcripts, and accessible document formattingExperience documenting defects, accessibility findings, remediation guidance, and validation resultsAbility to work with developers, instructional designers, writers, QA staff, and program teams to support issue resolutionStrong attention to detail and ability to identify usability, accessibility, and quality issuesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple testing cycles and deadlines in a remote environmentPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting federal, healthcare, training, IT, or learning management programsExperience testing Learning Management System (LMS) functionality, SCORM packages, online courses, or digital training productsFamiliarity with Section 508 conformance documentation, accessibility checklists, VPAT/ACR concepts, or remediation trackingExperience supporting regression testing, user acceptance testing, release readiness reviews, or production validationFamiliarity with accessible multimedia design, captioning, transcripts, audio description concepts, and accessible interaction designAccessibility, QA, testing, Agile, or Section 508-related certifications/training are a plusExperience with using artificial intelligence to improve task efficiency is a plusSummary of Benefits15 PTO days11 paid holidaysMedical Insurance with – 3 options (HSA with $600 Employer Contribution).Dental Insurance with no age limit orthodonture.Vision Insurance through EyeMed in and out of network coverage.Short Term and Long-Term Disability coverage with 100% premium support,Life insurance and AD&D with 100% premium supportSupplemental Life InsuranceCritical Care and Accident Insurance availabilityPet Insurance through NationwideEmployee Assistance Program401k with enrollment from day one. 4% deferral by company.$1500 Annual Training Budget$1500 Referral bonusEligibility for annual merit and discretionary bonusEqual Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/DisabledEngineering (eLearning, Electrical, Software Development)- RJ-18808-Ljbffr Swingtech