Automation Quality Assurance Engineer

Overview

This full-time Automation QA Engineer position is based on-site in Alexandria, VA, supporting a nationally respected non-profit organization known for delivering high-impact assessment, research, and testing solutions across government, military, and credentialing sectors. In this role, you will contribute to mission-critical DoD computerized testing programs while working with modern automation technologies including Java, Selenium, Eclipse, Test Complete, CI/CD pipelines, AWS/Azure, and security testing frameworks.

This is an onsite role with eligibility for up to two remote days per week following a 90-day probationary period, and is open only to U.S. Citizens.

This opportunity is distinguished by its direct involvement in high-visibility DoD testing initiatives and the modernization of enterprise-level assessment systems that support national readiness. The organization places a strong emphasis on employee development, offering paid professional training, tuition assistance, and policies that promote long-term career advancement. The ideal candidate is an automation-focused engineer who enjoys driving modernization efforts and thrives in a collaborative environment where their work delivers meaningful, real-world impact.

Exposure to AI-assisted automation, advanced cloud-based testing, security compliance frameworks, and mentorship opportunities further enhance the role.

• U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a T3 Public Trust
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 3–5 years of automation QA experience
• Strong proficiency in Java and the Eclipse IDE
• Hands-on experience with Selenium Web Driver
• Experience integrating automation within CI/CD environments (Jenkins, Git Lab CI, Azure Dev Ops)
• Knowledge of Agile/Dev Ops methodologies and Git
• Familiarity with AWS or Azure cloud environments
• Effective collaboration skills within matrixed teams
• Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 3–6 months)

• Experience with Test Complete
• Experience migrating automation scripts or frameworks
• Prior experience supporting DoD or federal programs
• API testing experience (REST Assured, Postman)
• SQL and database validation experience
• Performance testing experience (JMeter, Load Runner)
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code
• Experience with AI-assisted automation or conversion tools

• 80% Java/Selenium automation
• 20% Test Complete modernization, cloud/CI-CD support, and security validation

• 70% Hands-on automation development
• 10% Documentation and process improvement
• 20% Agile team collaboration

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life insurance at 2× annual salary
• Retirement plan with company match
• Paid professional development and training
• Tuition reimbursement
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Generous PTO plus 10 paid holidays
• Potential for remote flexibility following the probationary period

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis both now and in the future.

Posted By:
Cameron Culton