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Principal Software Test Engineer

SAIC · San Diego, CA, United States

Top Secret eligibilityU.S. citizenship required

Posted Nov 13 · Last collected Nov 14

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Principal Software Test Engineer

Description

  • SAIC is seeking a
  • Principal Software Test Engineer
  • to support advanced submarine communication systems. Join our innovative team in
  • San Diego, CA,

and contribute to mission-critical efforts in communication technology development, integration, and testing. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Software Engineer looking to grow their expertise in cutting-edge defense communication systems.

JOB DUTIES

Support SW Engineering, Development, testing, integration, and implementation of submarine communication systems.

  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in
  • C, C++, and Java
  • Support the
  • full software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  • including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment
  • Work within
  • Agile/Scrum frameworks
  • to deliver iterative software solutions on schedule

Assist in writing and executing test plans, test procedures, and test reports.

Provide technical support in hardware and networked systems testing, configuration, and documentation.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during integration and testing phases.

Coordinate with the team on Code Reviews, trouble should code and perform SW development activities as needed.

Collaborate with team members, management, and customers to ensure alignment and progress.

Support coordination with multiple agencies, vendors, and customers to achieve program goals.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors in Computer Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field and nine (9) years or more experience; Years of experience in lieu of a degree to be considered.

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start
  • Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance after start
  • Experience in writing and executing test documents.
  • Strong proficiency in
  • C and
  • C++
  • programming languages
  • Skills in establishing
  • equipment configurations
  • to meet operational requirements
  • Exceptional
  • communication, collaboration, and problem-solving

skills

  • Demonstrated ability to
  • learn and apply new technologies
  • quickly

DESIRED SKILLS

Background in RF Engineering; experience with VLF systems a plus.

Familiarity with waveform development and DoD communications systems.

Understanding of VLF communication concepts and experience working with similar systems.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio, Project, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.

Target salary range: $100,001 - $140,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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