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Back Test Engineer Application Development Ashburn , Florida Aug 5, 2026

Test Engineer

Remote

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a VA Public Trust suitability determination

Blu Omega is seeking a Test Engineer to support a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) program focused on enterprise application quality and validation. This role operates within a modernized and legacy application environment and is responsible for manual testing across file-based ingestion workflows, business rules, system workflows, and enterprise integrations. The position requires experience supporting software testing activities within a mission-driven environment.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) runs programs benefiting veterans and members of their families, including education opportunities and rehabilitation services, compensation payments for disabilities or death related to military service, home loan guaranties, pensions, burials, and health care that includes the services of nursing homes, clinics, and medical centers.

Location: Remote
Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a VA Public Trust suitability determination

• Develop, execute, and maintain manual test plans and test cases for file-based ingestion workflows and enterprise applications
• Validate data accuracy, completeness, and business rule compliance across inbound and outbound file processing
• Perform functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing across application workflows, database updates, and voucher creation processes
• Collaborate with software developers to understand application functionality, database changes, and system integrations
• Partner with business analysts and VA stakeholders to clarify requirements, validate acceptance criteria, and maintain requirements traceability
• Use Jira and Jira XRay to manage test cases, execute test cycles, document defects, and maintain end-to-end traceability
• Support integration testing across enterprise systems, including EHRM, DAS file transfers, and FMS
• Document test results, defects, remediation activities, and release readiness artifacts
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Communicate testing progress, risks, and quality metrics with technical teams and program stakeholders

• 5+ years of experience as a Test Engineer, Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Tester, or similar quality engineering role supporting enterprise applications
• Experience developing and executing manual test plans for file processing, data validation, database updates, and system workflows
• Experience using Jira XRay (or comparable test management tools) for test execution, defect management, and requirements traceability
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), software testing methodologies, and QA best practices
• Experience performing functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing
• Ability to collaborate effectively with software developers, business analysts, Scrum teams, and business stakeholders
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical documentation skills
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, GitHub, and Microsoft Office 365

• Experience supporting Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs or other federal healthcare environments
• Experience supporting VA Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM), Distributed Accounting System (DAS), Financial Management System (FMS), or similar enterprise healthcare systems
• Experience supporting sustainment, integration testing, or release validation efforts
• Familiarity working alongside C#/.NET development teams
• Experience validating file-based data ingestion, ETL workflows, or enterprise data integration processes
• Experience working in Agile Scrum environments supporting federal programs
• Active GFE and PIV credentials

Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $115,000.00
Final compensation is based on technical skills, experience, education, certifications, and clearance.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage through national providers
• 401(k) with company match (eligible after 6 months; vesting applies)
• Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance with additional voluntary options
• Short-term disability (company-paid) and long-term disability options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support and mental health resources
• Telehealth and virtual care options available through medical plans
• Pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees
• Paid federal holidays for salaried employees
• Access to wellness programs, discounts, and lifestyle benefits
• Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, employment status, and program requirements.

Blu Omega is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering technology and cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies and enterprise clients nationwide. Headquartered in Ashburn, VA, we support mission-critical programs across civilian and defense sectors, including health, national security, and regulatory environments.
We partner with government agencies and large integrators to provide expertise in cybersecurity operations, cloud and infrastructure modernization, data and analytics, and enterprise IT support. Our teams are experienced operating within federal contracting environments, supporting task orders, recompetes, and programs requiring cleared personnel and compliant delivery.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.