Software Tester

Overview

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

At V2X, we are making a difference by delivering decision support tools critical for the protection of our forces when threatened by both physical and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, or Nuclear (CBRN) threats.

As a Software Tester supporting the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND), you will play a key role in ensuring the quality, functionality, and operational readiness of mission-critical software. You will collaborate with software developers and system engineers across all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and actively participate in in-person testing engagements with customer Test and Evaluation (T&E) teams. This includes planning and executing Developmental Testing (DT), supporting formal test events, and contributing to the overall review and validation of integrated systems in representative operational environments. Your efforts will directly support system readiness, risk reduction, and mission success.

Responsibilities

Description:
• Core Testing Responsibilities
o Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for new and existing functionality
o Perform functional, regression, integration, system, user acceptance (UAT), and performance testing to ensure system stability and quality
o Conduct operational testing and verify post-deployment functionality across environments
o Ensure quality gates are met for all releases, including infrastructure, application code, and configurations
• Automation and CI/CD Integration
o Develop and maintain automated test suites integrated into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
o Implement and optimize continuous testing strategies for microservices and containerized workloads
o Use frameworks like Cypress, Selenium, Postman, REST-assured, or K6 for end-to-end and API testing
• Container and Kubernetes Testing
o Design and execute test plans for microservices-based applications deployed on Kubernetes clusters
o Validate containerized deployments using tools like kubectl, Helm, and Kustomize
o Test Kubernetes configurations including YAMLs, ConfigMaps, Secrets, volumes, service meshes (e.g., Istio, Linkerd), and network policies
• Data and Knowledge Management
o Conduct data quality assessments and validate ETL pipelines where relevant
o Contribute to improving data governance, test data management, and analytics tooling
• Collaboration and Communication
o Serve as a technical consultant to development, security, and DevOps teams
o Work with stakeholders to define acceptance criteria, success metrics, and test environment requirements
o Present test results and quality trends to both technical and non-technical audiences, including customer stakeholders
• Onsite Test and Evaluation Support
o Collaborate directly with customer Test and Evaluation (T&E) teams to plan, execute, and document Developmental Testing (DT) events
o Participate in structured test events at customer facilities to assess system functionality, reliability, and readiness in real-world or representative environments
o Support test readiness reviews (TRRs), system verification reviews (SVRs), and formal test events, ensuring accurate data collection and issue triage
o Provide detailed findings reports and briefings to customer stakeholders, capturing observed defects, risks, and operational insights
o Assist in the setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of test environments to mirror operational conditions and constraints

Material & Equipment Directly Used:
• Windows and Linux computer systems
• Computer, phone, and basic office materials
• Lab environment, such as representative computers and sensors

Working Environment:
• Job duties will be performed full-time in an office environment with 50% or more of the time in a stationary position.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment, such as a computer, copy machine, and printer.

Physical Activities:
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Work from a ladder.
• Use power tools.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications:
• Minimum:
o Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (BSCS), Information Technology, Software Engineering, or other related fields.
• Preferred but not required:
o Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, or other related fields
o Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)
o CompTIA Security+
o Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE

Experience:
• 2-4 years of professional experience in software testing or QA
• Strong hands-on experience testing applications deployed in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Proficient in creating and maintaining automated test frameworks and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Experience validating Kubernetes deployments, YAML files, secrets/configs, and using tools like Helm and kubectl
• Deep understanding of API testing, web app testing, and performance/load testing
• Familiarity with microservices architecture, service discovery, and distributed system testing strategies
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their basic services
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including DevOps, SRE, security, and developers
• Exposure to infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and tools like Terraform, with a focus on testing and validating infrastructure changes
• Basic scripting experience (e.g., Bash, Python) for test setup or environment scripting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly to stakeholders

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.