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Job Description:

Parsons has emerged as a leader in developing cutting-edge solutions for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our tremendous success is a direct result of the dedication of our people and the clarity of our priorities. We hire the best, make them a priority, and never lose focus on the mission. It’s why we’re here. We have built this cultural legacy by working closely with analysts and operators to understand their needs and deliver 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 nation’s security for future generations depends on it. Parsons creates game-changing space solutions by teaming highly respected subject matter experts with brilliant technologists. Are you an experienced Test Automation Engineer looking to grow your skill set and work on a project that has real-world impact? Do you want to be part of a team 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 with an enterprise software development background who can work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. In this position, as a member of a talented Agile engineering team supporting the development of critical mission applications for the space community, you will be a member of Parsons’ Space Operations directorate. You will work with software engineers and space analysts to provide ingest, process, and visualize astrodynamics data for space tracking and surveillance.

This position is in Colorado Springs and requires working in the office 2 days a week.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test automation for testing enterprise software applications, consisting of web user interface and backend services (i.e., Rest, messaging)
• Develop test plans and procedures to ensure software meets agreed upon expectations 
• Ensure test plans and procedures provide adequate test coverage for unit tests, automated tests, and functional tests 
• Develop automated tests that can be integrated into the DevOps build process
• Coordinate with engineers to identify issues
• Coordinate with astrodynamics SMEs to identify issues 
• Assist in drafting associated test artifacts and supporting government test events 

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline and 3+ 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., Python, Bash)
• Experience working with testing frameworks like Robot Framework, Postman or Junit
• Experience working with build automation tools (such as GitLab, 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
• Must be a US Citizen due to DoD contract
• Ability to obtain a security clearance

Desired Skills:

• Experience working in an Agile software development environment using the Scrum methodology
• Experience automating regression tests that work within software testing frameworks
• Familiarity with Java and web services applications
• Familiarity with testing microservices applications
• Familiarity with space domain applications
• Existing TS security clearance with DCID eligibility

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

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 what’s 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 employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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