Test Engineer QA Controller @ SAIC
placeWashington, District of Columbia, United States
attach_money $120,000
businessOn Site
scheduleFull Time
Posted 21 hours ago
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Test Engineer QA Controller
SAIC is seeking Test Engineer QA Controllers to join the Machine-assisted Analytic Rapid-repository System (MARS) Advanced Development Operations (DevOps) and Sustainment Support (ADOS) program. This role provides on-site technical and administrative support to facilitate operations of critical MARS infrastructure and services.
The primary focus is on providing System/Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and modernize MARS.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed testing and quality assurance activities for MARS software and systems.
- Develop comprehensive test plans, cases, and scripts based on the MARS framework.
- Execute tests, document results, and track defects in compliance with DIA standards.
- Collaborate with development teams to communicate test findings and suggest improvements.
- Ensure compliance with QA standards and best practices.
- Participate in developing and implementing automation testing specific to MARS needs.
Qualifications:
- Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
- One of the following certifications: CND, CompTIA Network+, CEH, Cloud+, PenTest+, CompTIA Security+, SSCP, or CCSP.
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering plus 5+ years relevant experience (or 4+ years in lieu of degree).
- Proficiency in developing/executing test plans, conducting quality assurance checks, and managing defect tracking.
- Strong understanding of testing methodologies, quality control processes, and test management tools.
Key skills/competency
- Testing
- Quality Assurance
- Automation
- Test Plans
- Defect Tracking
- Software Testing
- QA Standards
- DevOps
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
How to Get Hired at SAIC
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research SAIC's culture: Study their mission and recent projects.
- Customize your resume: Highlight relevant test engineering skills.
- Highlight certifications: Emphasize TS/SCI and QA credentials.
- Practice technical insights: Prepare for testing methodologies and tools questions.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review automation frameworks and test tools.
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Study quality control methodologies and standards.
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Practice developing test plans and cases.
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Familiarize with defect tracking software.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe past teamwork in testing environments.
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Explain handling challenging defect resolution tasks.
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Share experience under strict QA standards.
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Discuss collaboration with developers during testing.
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