Apply to Test Engineer SWE1/2 | TS/SCI w/ MD POLY Security Clearance required

Mid-Level Test Engineer

SWE1/2

Salary Range:$150- 200K

Location: Hanover, MD

Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI with MD polygraph

We are seeking a Mid-Level Test Engineer to help ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of our AdmitIT product. In this role, you will design and execute test plans, identify defects, collaborate closely with development teams, and contribute to continuous improvement of our testing processes. You will work across manual and automated testing, balance thoroughness with delivery timelines, and help raise the overall quality bar.

About US:

Capstone Technology Partners delivers mission-ready cybersecurity, engineering, and AI-enhanced software solutions for federal defense clients. We combine deep technical expertise with a people-first culture to help modernize securely, accelerate capability delivery, and strengthen operational resilience. Our work supports DoW, with proven experience in ICAM, Zero Trust, cloud-native engineering, and secure Agile development.

Capstone is built on Collaboration, Culture, Connection, and Community. Values that guide every engagement and every mission we support. We deliver secure, scalable solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of our clients’ operations.

Must Have:

Hands-on experience with test automation tools/frameworks such as Selenium, Bruno, Cypress, or similar
Exposure to API testing and related tools
Comfortable working in a Linux environment or possess a foundational understanding of Linux
Quick learner with a proactive, adaptable mindset
Experience with User Acceptance Testing (UAT), functional testing, API testing, accessibility (508), and role-based testing
Strong documentation skills: manual test cases, test procedures, requirements verification traceability matrices (RVTM), and test plans
Proficient in GitLab workflow processes
Familiarity with JIRA and Confluence for project tracking and collaboration

Desired Skills:

Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts aligned with requirements and specifications
Execute both manual and automated tests, including functional, regression, UAT, API, accessibility (508), and role-based testing
Identify, document, track, verify defects, provide clear reproduction steps, expected versus actual results, and severity assessments
Analyze test outcomes, report findings, and deliver actionable feedback to developers and stakeholders
Collaborate effectively with team members throughout the software development lifecycle
Contribute to the development and enhancement of test automation frameworks, increasing coverage for critical workflows
Participate in requirement reviews, design discussions, and sprint planning/review sessions

Help define and refine QA processes, standards, and best practices to drive continuous improvement
Prioritize testing activities to balance quality assurance with project timelines and deliverables
Maintain thorough documentation of test artifacts, results, and quality metrics

Requires:

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with MD polygraph
5 years software engineering experience
Bachelor's Degree or higher in computer engineering or in a field related to computer engineering or computer science disciplines. 4 years of Software Engineering experience may be substituted for the degree for a total of 9 years.

Benefits:

Capstone offers a very competitive benefits package because we care about our employees. Our offerings including:

Four (4) weeks paid time
Eleven Paid Holidays
401k plan with 4% employer contributions and immediate vesting plus annual 3% contruibution
Annual Bonuses for performance
Medical, Dental, and Vision and insurance
Education and Training budget provided
Technical Certification and coursework budget for computer/program expenses
Gym Membership Reimbursement
Amazon Prime Membership Reimbursement
Birthday Club
Capstone Swag

Email: Recruiting@Capstonetp.com

Website: Capstonetp.com