Software Test Engineer (TS/SCI w/Poly)
CACI International· Defense· Feb 28, 2026 · 8mo agoPosted 241 days ago
Columbia, MD, US
In office
Full-time
Staff
$104K–$218K
2+ years exp
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Job description
Job Title: Software Test Engineer (TS/SCI w/Poly)
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: None
Type of Travel: None
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Job Description
CACI has an immediate opportunity for a Software Test Engineer to join a team in the Ft. Meade area. As a member of a cross-functional team, you will analyze system requirements to develop evaluation and test plans/procedures, prepare for and conduct the data collection and analysis of test results. Create Test and Evaluation (T&E) strategy, Master Plan, Event Test Plans, Test Readiness Assessments and T&E Reports. The position located in Columbia, MD in support of the Data Transport System (DTS) portfolio providing the infrastructure, data protocols and applications required to move time-critical data in near real-time. These activities are provided for the local stakeholders as well as the Intelligence Community (IC), the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal partners.
Working with software engineers, system engineers, platform engineers, system administrators, and other test engineers you will validate development and maintenance activities.
Responsibilities
Your responsibilities in this role will include, but may not be limited to:
• Planning and Execution of Performance Analysis
• Specifying, validating, and adapting Modeling and Simulation for Test and Engineering (T&E) use
• Applying Statistical Analysis of variations in performance behavior factors to characterize confidence in performance estimates
• Execute the evaluation plan on data collected by the Testing Tasks
• Plan and Execute Performance Data Collection
• Plan and program event level testing for collection of data required for analysis and to synch T&E events with supported decision points
• Establish and employ Data & Configuration Management capabilities
• Produce Evaluation Plans (metric framework, scenarios/threads, timelines, requirements/T&E cross-walk), Analysis Plans, Data Requirements, Risk Assessments, Evaluation Reports, Status reports; provide input to Government T&E products (e.g., Technology Readiness Assessments, Test & Evaluation Strategy, Test & Evaluation Master Plan, T&E Plans & Procedures and Test Readiness Reports)
Qualifications
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and 2 - 8 years of testing experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Current TS/SCI with Poly clearance
• Current IAT Level II certification is required such as Sec
• 1 - 3 years experience testing products written in Java or GoLang (U)
• 1- 5 years experience testing in Linux, Unix, Windows, or Cisco OS operating system
• Experience in one (1) or more of the following ten (10): Public Key Enabling (PKE); RESTful services and containers (Oracle WebLogic, JBoss, Tomcat), Java programming language, Perl programing language , Java EE, Secure web (SSL) and file encryption, LDAP (RedHat directory) Java, Linux (CentOS), Modern IDEs (IntelliJ, Eclipse, etc.), Agile Scrum process
Desired
• Use of automated testing tools like Selenium a plus
• Knowledge of ActiveMQ, Artemis, Kafka a plus
This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation s most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range :
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$103,800 - $218,100
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
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