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Test Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Maintains test lab equipment, cardstock and consumables required to perform testing of applications ... SQL Developer * JIRA * TestRail * SortSite * Eclipse * CMS * Splunk * AWS Toolkit * Data Copy

Test Engineer III

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$126K - $180K/yr

As a mid level Test Engineer, you will independently plan and execute testing activities for ... Perform hands on testing in lab and operationally relevant environments * Analyze test results ...

Test Engineer II

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$115K - $147K/yr

As a Junior Test Engineer, you will support the testing and evaluation of cutting edge cyber tools ... Conduct hands on testing of cyber capabilities in lab and operationally relevant environments

Test Engineer II

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$115K - $147K/yr

As a Junior Test Engineer, you will support the testing and evaluation of cutting edge cyber tools ... Conduct hands on testing of cyber capabilities in lab and operationally relevant environments

The company is seeking a Mid-Level Test Engineer to plan and execute testing activities for ... lab and operationally relevant environments • Analyze test results, identify defects or ...

This role bridges simulation and on-road testing by validating vehicle system behavior in a controlled lab environment. Senior Integration Test Engineers will focus on both static vehicle-level and ...

Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph ... Prepare and execute automated and manual tests and collects results under lab and pre-production ...

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What is the difference between Freelance Lab Test Engineer vs Quality Control Technician?

AspectFreelance Lab Test EngineerQuality Control Technician
CredentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., ISO, ASTM), technical degreesTechnical diploma or associate degree, certifications optional
Work EnvironmentFreelance projects, laboratories, client sitesIn-house labs, manufacturing facilities, testing labs
Employer & IndustryIndependent contractors, consulting firms, various industriesManufacturers, quality departments, industrial sectors

Freelance Lab Test Engineers and Quality Control Technicians both work in laboratory settings and require technical certifications. However, Freelance Lab Test Engineers typically operate independently on diverse projects, while Quality Control Technicians are employed full-time within organizations to ensure product quality. The choice depends on whether you prefer freelance flexibility or a stable in-house role.

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Test Engineer

Peraton

Herndon, VA • On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Peraton rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

52nd of 226 rated it services


Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Test Engineer.

This position will be located in Herndon, VA.

The position will perform the following duties, but not limited too: 

Responsibilities:

 

    • Devises testing plans, methods, and equipment to assure reliability of product in conjunction with product design and specifications.
    • Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment.
    • Plans and arranges the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices.
    • Provides test area with parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed.
    • Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements.
    • Responsible for testing all customer samples and for special tests that cannot be performed in the test area.
    • Consults with the development and/or requirements team to coordinate and test applications.
    • Performs analysis, diagnostics, and preliminary evaluations of products.
    • Develops testing procedures, test plans, scripts, scenarios, functional tests, regression tests, and deployment tests.
    • Implements the testing processes and ensures all test activities follow those processes.
    • Produces reports on each test activity and tracks test metrics.
    • Monitors for continual test process improvement through failure analysis, throughput analysis, yield analysis, and report to management periodically.
    • Maintains test lab equipment, cardstock and consumables required to perform testing of applications and hardware
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD, 9 years with HS diploma
  • US Citizenship
  • Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
  • Expert in DMDC domain with experience working identity management.
  • Experience in tools below:
    • SQL Developer
    • JIRA
    • TestRail
    • SortSite
    • Eclipse
    • CMS
    • Splunk
    • AWS Toolkit
    • Data Copy
    • ServiceNow
    • GenAI

Desired Qualifications:

  • Good to have Security+ Certification based on project needs.
Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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About Peraton

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017