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Software Testing Specialist

Dahlgren, VA; Dahlgren; Virginia; VA; Dahlgren, Virginia; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Amentum is seeking a Software Testing Specialist to help test software and document software testing results to support our Naval customers at NSWC Dahlgren. You will be part of our growing systems & software engineering team and contribute to our diverse skillsets across multiple contracts.

We are looking for individuals to join our team atmosphere that are eager to make a difference. Successful candidates must possess excellent communication skills and interact directly with customers and engineering personnel. The ability to take direction and operate independently, as well as participate in team environments, is necessary for this support effort. While under COVID, remote support is maximized, but you must be available to report to Dahlgren as needed to supplement telecommuting. Desired experience in Configuration Management process and procedures to identify, document, and control the functional and physical characteristics of a software configuration item.

Responsibilities:

  • Receive instructions and conduct software testing according to written procedures.
  • Document results in a detailed way and provide accurate test reports. Provide technical configuration notes, support and guidance
  • Media production and software testing Ensure the integrity and consistency of multiple CM Change Control Boards (CCBs)
  • Provide CCB meeting support
  • Prepare and provide agendas, minutes, notifications, and information packages Track action and decision items

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a pure science field and/or 3 years of job-related experience.
  • Excellent technical acumen with analytical ability, and written communication skills; working knowledge of MS-Office and integrated software applications; one-year configuration management experience including data entry and report generation or similar in collegiate coursework; organizational skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required.
  • Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
  • Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET US Government Clearance. Can start with an interim.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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