Systems Test Engineer

Exciting Test Engineer Opportunity Supporting Radio-Telephone Communications!!!

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing of Mission Critical software subsystems, network infrastructure, and radio-telephone communications software and hardware elements to meet customer requirements. The candidate will conduct and provide support for informal testing, formal testing (FAT/FQT), customer acceptance testing, and other test-related activities. In addition, the candidate is expected to interface with customers and partners on a technical level, discuss system-level and site-specific requirements, and test plans/solutions.

Hard Skills

BS in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience (at least 3 years) with IT and telecommunications hardware and software

At least 5 years test-related work experience

Experience in developing internal and deliverable test plans and test procedures, preferably for mission critical equipment, within a production environment

Experience working with telecommunications/telephony systems and related technologies (VoIP, T1, ISDN, POTS, TDM)

Ability to write clear and concise test plans and test procedures based on system requirements and clearly document defects

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with a variety of operating systems including Linux, Windows Server 200x, and Windows XP/7

Experience with network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark (preferred), Ethereal)

Experience with bug-tracking systems (e.g., JIRA (preferred)) and Test Management Systems (e.g., JAMA)

Experience with commercial performance, simulation, and analysis testing tools (e.g., VOTER, GL Comm TDM Solutions, etc.)

Experience using various databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, etc.)

Strong understanding in QA methodology, Agile/Scrum software development processes and project life cycles

Soft Skills

Excellent problem solving

Analytical and technical troubleshooting skills

Work Site

This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Columbia, Maryland and some days remote.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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