Test Automation Engineer

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. Weve got what youre looking for. Job Description: Parsons has emerged as a leader in the development of cutting-edge solutions for the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and other government agencies. Our tremendous success can be attributed to our people and our priorities. We hire the best; we make them a priority and we never lose focus on the mission. Its why were here. We have built this cultural legacy by working closely with analysts and operators to understand their needs and delivering meaningful value through innovative, cost effective and intuitive software solutions. Our Space Operations directorate is passionate about making America the undisputed leader in Space because we understand that ensuring our nations security for future generations depends on it. Parsons creates game changing solutions by teaming highly respected subject matter experts with brilliant technologists. Are you an experienced Test Automation Engineer looking for an opportunity to grow your skillset? Do you want to be part of a team that is helping the government solve major national security challenges in the space domain? We need your help. Our team is looking for an experienced Test Automation Engineer who can work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. In this position, you will be a member of a growing Agile team supporting the development of mission critical applications for the space community as a member of Parsons Space Operations Directorate. You will work with software engineers and space analysts to ensure the accuracy, integrity and stability of software that is being developed for space tracking and surveillance. The physical location for this work will be in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with most of the time spent at Peterson Space Force Base. Duties and Responsibilities Design, develop, and execute automated and manual tests for a range of astrodynamics algorithms, features suites, and reporting tools Developing test plans and procedures to ensure software meets agreed upon expectations Ensuring test plans and procedures provide adequate test coverage for unit tests, automated tests, and functional tests Augmenting existing software to add touch points for automated tests Coordinating with engineers to identify issues Assisting in drafting associated test artifacts and supporting government test events Required Skills: Bachelors Degree in a technical discipline and 5+ years of experience in software engineering and/or product testing; relevant experience, applicable training and/or certifications may be accepted in place of a degree Understanding of the different types and categories of software testing Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel Experience with scripting languages (e.g. Groovy, Python, DOS, PowerShell, Bash) Experience working with testing frameworks like CppUTest, Junit, Jest Experience working with build automation tools (such as Jenkins, TeamCity, etc.) Ability to apply a variety of tools and techniques to verify complex business processes via manual, automated, and semi-automated test cases Self-starter with a strong work ethic that works well with others and who can thrive in a fast-paced environment employing Agile methodologies Desired Skills: Experience automating regression tests and working within software testing frameworks Familiarity with WebAssembly Familiarity with Fortran programs Security Clearance Requirement: An active Secret security clearance is required for this position. This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating whats next to deliver the solutions our customers need now. Salary Range: $86,700.00 - $151,700.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employees wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons questAPPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/. Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrows solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.