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Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
Test Automation Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
123 days ago
Salary
$69.6K - $125.7K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Test Automation Engineer
Leidos
• A successful candidate will be able to apply a basic working knowledge of the following Test Automation Framework tools including Robot Framework, Python, Pycharm, and GitHub. • The candidate will use other tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, SonarQube, Bitbucket, Selenium, Junit, and Postman, as dictated by Leidos and the USN. • The candidate will leverage and assist in the development of AI-Assisted Test Automation so that Leidos can differentiate themselves from the current as-is practices in this area. • Lab Infrastructure & Hardware Setup: Perform hands-on assembly and configuration of lab environments. • Monthly Image Validation: Lead the manual verification of monthly Windows OS image builds, ensuring stability, security compliance, and driver compatibility across different hardware models. • Microsoft Stack & App Testing: Conduct deep-dive testing of Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel) and enterprise browsers (Edge, Chrome). • Virtualization & Remote Access: Validate application delivery and user experience through Citrix Workspace and Remote Desktop (RDP) tools. • Test Automation (Preferred): Use Python and Robot Framework to develop and maintain scripts that assist in automating 'smoke tests' for new builds and hardware configurations. • Lifecycle Management: Manage the inventory of lab equipment and document all test results, hardware configurations, and defects using Azure DevOps (ADO) and GitHub. • Hands-on Hardware Experience: Proven ability to set up, tear down, and troubleshoot physical hardware, including laptops, peripherals (printers/scanners), and basic server components. • Windows Ecosystem Mastery: 3+ years of experience testing Windows OS, Office 365, and enterprise-grade software. • Virtual Environments: Proficiency in testing and navigating Citrix Workspace and RDP sessions. • Fast Learner (Programming): Practical knowledge of Python and a strong interest/preferred experience in Robot Framework for test orchestration. • Operating Systems: Comfortable working in both Windows and Linux environments for system configuration and log analysis. • Tools: Experience using GitHub for version control and Azure DevOps (ADO) for sprint tracking and test case management. • Ability to work on-site in the Topside BSLN Test Lab to manage physical hardware. • Ability to lift and move standard IT equipment (laptops, monitors, small servers). • Collaborate and coordinate with external customers, management, subcontractors, vendors, and other engineering disciplines. • Lead small size and low-complexity projects as requested by the Test Automation Lead.
Job Requirements
- Requires B.S. Degree and 2 to 4 years of prior relevant experience or M.S. with 0 to 2 years of prior relevant experience (in System Engineering, Software Engineering, or related engineering discipline) from an accredited college or university.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and have a Secret clearance.
- Able to synthesize knowledge from multiple domains to apply to new, complicated problems.
- Experience in collaborating with other enterprise technologists both internal and external to resolve complex technical issues.
- Experience using Atlassian JIRA to define, schedule, and track work assignments within an engineering team.
- Must be able to work collaboratively and remotely in a team environment.
- Must be able to work with oversight to develop innovative automation approaches and optimizations.
- Some travel will be required as needed to travel to and from the Topside BSLN Lab.
Benefits
- Health and Wellness programs
- Income Protection
- Paid Leave
- Retirement
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