Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Peraton

. Develop, implement, and maintain automated test scripts for unit, integration, and end-to-end functional testing .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $66,000 - $106,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automated test script development and execution within Agile and DevSecOps environments, ensuring compliance with quality standards and government regulations. Proficient in defect tracking, test automation principles, and accessibility testing, with a strong focus on collaboration and documentation.

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Automated Test Script DevelopmentAgile/Scrum MethodologiesDefect Tracking in JIRATest Automation Frameworks (Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Python, Java)Section 508 / WCAG 2.0 Accessibility Testing

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Hard Skills

Automated Test Script DevelopmentTest Automation PrinciplesDefect TrackingTest-Driven DevelopmentSoftware Testing LifecycleAccessibility TestingRequirements Traceability MatricesRegression TestingUAT Plans and ScenariosCI/CD Pipelines

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingCollaborative TeamworkEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

JIRAFortifySonatypeBURPServiceNow

Certifications & Qualifications

IAM/IAT Level II Certification (CompTIA Security+)ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Industry Keywords

DevSecOpsDoD IT ProgramsFederal Government ComplianceAgile CeremoniesTest Case Management System

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJUnitOraclePythonSeleniumServiceNowSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, and maintain automated test scripts for unit, integration, and end-to-end functional testing
Ensure automated test cases are executable by the end of each Agile sprint and delivered for the Government-managed DevSecOps pipeline
Write test cases prior to code development in collaboration with software developers, supporting Test-Driven Development
Analyze test automation coverage and contribute to the Test Automation State Assessment Report and automation completion project plan
Automate adjacent legacy test cases to expand regression test coverage across the DEERS application portfolio
Develop and maintain Requirements Traceability Matrices at the end of each development cycle or sprint
Assist with UAT plans, test scenarios, and test scripts for Government and external partner acceptance testing
Document test activities, test results, and defect findings in the Government-provided Test Case Management System
Contribute to Testing Reports, Release Notes, and Software Version Descriptions
Participate in mandatory code reviews at 50%, 75%, and 90% development completion
Monitor and enforce hard quality thresholds
Triage and track defects in JIRA, analyze issues, replicate errors, and support escalation reporting
Support application security scanning using Fortify, Sonatype, and BURP
Review and document code scan results before production releases and when rule packs or STIGs change
Conduct accessibility testing against WCAG 2.0 Level AA standards
Assist with VPATs, remediation reports, and Section 508 compliance reporting
Support stress and load testing in the ProdSim environment
Assist with Disaster Recovery testing
Support IV&V of application changes in the UAT environment before production deployment
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
Maintain sprint-level defect tracking, test case completion status, and burn-down metrics in JIRA
Adhere to deployment pipeline standards and quality gates
Contribute QA metrics and status to the Monthly Quality Status Report

Requirements

What you’ll need

0 years with BS/BA; 4 years with HS diploma
Obtain and maintain public trust clearance
Obtain IAM/IAT Level II certification (CompTIA Security+)
Experience in software quality assurance, test automation, or software testing roles
Foundational understanding of test automation principles and experience writing automated test scripts in at least one automation framework or scripting language, such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Python, or Java
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies and DevSecOps principles
Basic experience with defect tracking tools, preferably JIRA
Understanding of the software testing lifecycle, including unit, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing
Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
Ability to document test results clearly and accurately
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and communicate effectively with developers, leads, and Government stakeholders
ISTQB Foundation Level certification or equivalent preferred
Familiarity with Test-Driven Development practices preferred
Exposure to Fortify, Sonatype, or BURP preferred
Experience with Section 508 / WCAG 2.0 Level AA accessibility testing preferred
Familiarity with ServiceNow preferred
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated test integration within a DevSecOps environment preferred
Exposure to Oracle or PL/SQL database environments preferred
Prior experience supporting DoD or Federal government IT programs preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential eligibility for overtime
Potential eligibility for shift differential
Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus
Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law