Quality Assurance Specialist

Quality Assurance Specialist

The Opportunity: 

When a user tries a new system, they expect it to be intuitive and run smoothly. Functionality, reliability, and user experience are key to successful information systems, and that means rigorous testing. That’s why we need you, a quality assurance specialist who is eager to thoroughly test software and help our team release the best systems possible.

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you'll develop and perform tests of systems to identify hardware and software deficiencies and verify compliance with system requirements. You’ll document software defects and requirement compliance, report defects to developers, and create and maintain databases of known issues. You’ll also participate in software design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, operational characteristics, product designs, and schedules.

You’ll work with software developers, network engineers, and system administrators to evaluate developed systems in a networked environment for the Department of War (DoW) warfighter. In addition, you will support simulator environments by validating that virtual systems accurately represent real-world platform behavior and mission conditions.

A key part of this role includes developing a strong understanding of mission profiles and operational workflows, then applying that knowledge to test planning and execution. You’ll collaborate directly with pilots and other operational users to gather feedback, assess realism, and ensure the virtual environment reflects real-world performance, procedures, and constraints.

You’ll expand your experience across testing disciplines, including manual, automation, performance, accessibility, usability, user acceptance testing, simulator support, and testing process improvement. This is an opportunity to broaden your skills in documenting and resolving system deficiencies while taking the next step in your Quality Assurance Specialist career.

Work with us to support the development of systems solutions that protect our nation's critical infrastructure and secure our defense networks. This position is located in Patuxent River, MD.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience in quality assurance or software testing

• Knowledge of computer systems

• Knowledge of testing software applications

• Ability to work flexible hours and shift work

• Secret clearance

• HS diploma or GED and 2+ years of experience in quality assurance or software testing, or Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience working in an Agile SAFe environment

• Experience with Scheduling Tools

• Knowledge of JIRA, GitHub and Confluence

• Knowledge of how systems operate within a networked environment

• Ability to write and execute Test Plans

• Possession of strong communication skills to communicate effectively

• CompTIA Security+ Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $52,900.00 to $108,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.