**Job Description** BAE Systems is seeking Senior **Test Engineers** /QA Controllers to join our team and provide support to facilitate operations on a critical infrastructure and services program. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/modernize. The ideal candidate will be located in the National Capital Region. **Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Q3/Q4 of 2026.** The **Test Engineers** responsibilities include, but are not limited to: + Conducts detailed testing and quality assurance activities to ensure software and systems meet specified requirements + Develops comprehensive test plans, cases, and scripts based on the framework + Executes tests and documents results meticulously. Identifies, logs, and tracks defects through resolution, ensuring compliance with DIA standards + Collaborates with development teams to communicate findings and suggest improvements + Ensures compliance with QA standards and best practices + Participates in developing and implementing automation testing specific to the needs \#001JC **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** + One of the following certifications: CND, CompTIA Network , Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Cloud , PenTest , CompTIA Security , Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) + Bachelors degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 14-17 years or more relevant experience (will consider an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree) + Proficiency in developing and executing test plans, conducting quality assurance checks, and ensuring product quality + Experience in managing test cases, performing defect tracking, and providing test reports + Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, quality control processes, and test management tools **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. **Senior Test Engineer/QA Controller** **118994BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression