Associate Software Integration & Test Engineer

Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™ ASRC Federal Mission Solutions is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, system integration and project management services for real-time, mission-critical defense systems. We are seeking a Software Integration & Test Engineer in support of the development and sustainment of the U.S. Navy Aegis Weapons System in Moorestown, NJ. The Software Integration & Test Engineer supports system-level software integration and testing within a laboratory environment. This role assists with requirement-driven manual and automated integration testing, supports software loading and lab operations, and contributes to troubleshooting efforts across distributed software components under the guidance of senior engineers. The position involves hands-on engagement with live systems in a configuration-controlled environment. Roles and Responsibilities: • Develop foundational understanding of system architecture and inter-subsystem message flows in distributed pub/sub environments. • Execute system-level integration test procedures derived from documented software requirements. • Assist in identifying, documenting, and retesting integration defects; support collection of logs, traces, and diagnostic data. • Support execution and maintenance of automated regression tests using Python or similar scripting languages. • Assist in troubleshooting integration issues under guidance from senior engineers. • Support software loading and integration of subsystem builds within laboratory equipment suites. • Assist in maintaining laboratory system operability and readiness during integration and test activities. • Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, and integration teams in a configuration-controlled environment. • Support integration events and testing activities outside standard business hours as required. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline. • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a government clearance, U.S. Citizenship is required. • This position requires the successful applicant to obtain and maintain the required security clearance or other authorization(s) within the necessary timeframe required by applicable contract(s). • 0–2 years of experience in software integration, system test, or software engineering. • Ability to work on-site in laboratory environments and support testing outside standard business hours. • Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments. • Basic proficiency in Python or similar scripting language. • Foundational understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) concepts. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred but Not Required Experience: • Exposure to distributed or system-of-systems architectures. • Familiarity with pub/sub messaging systems. • Exposure to automated test frameworks. • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (e.g., Git or similar). • Exposure to performance analysis or system metrics collection tools. • Relevant internships, academic projects, or certifications related to software testing or development. We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary. EEO Statement ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.