Mid QA Software Tester – Programmer Analyst

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

Mid-Level QA Software Tester supporting the Defense Security Cooperation Agency at HII-Mission Technologies. Ensuring the quality of enterprise applications and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudFlaskPythonReactSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join the growing Warfare Systems Business Group at HII-Mission Technologies
Support the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA)
Ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of enterprise applications and data platforms
Design and execute test strategies
Develop automated test scripts
Work with modern technologies including Python, SQL, Databricks, ADVANA, React, and Flask
Deliver high-quality solutions that support DSCA’s mission of security cooperation, transparency, and data-driven decision making
Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts for web applications, APIs, data pipelines, and cloud-based solutions
Perform manual and automated testing across front-end (React), back-end (Flask/Python), and data platforms (Databricks, SQL, ADVANA)
Collaborate closely with developers, data engineers, and product teams to identify, document, and track defects through the full software development lifecycle
Validate data accuracy, completeness, and integrity within Databricks and ADVANA environments
Conduct API testing, database validation (SQL), and end-to-end testing of mission-critical applications
Document test results, create defect reports, and support root cause analysis for complex issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid experience in software quality assurance and testing (manual + automated)
Proficiency with Python for test automation and scripting
Experience testing web applications (React) and APIs (Flask or similar)
Strong SQL skills for database testing and data validation
Experience working in Agile development environments
Ability to work independently while thriving in collaborative team settings
Self-motivated initiator with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
Clearance: Must possess and maintain an active Secret clearance
Programmer Analyst II: 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; OR 0 years experience with Masters in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience
Programmer Analyst III: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; OR 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR 0 years experience with PhD in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
Programmer Analyst IV: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; OR 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
wellness resources
employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
financial planning tools
life insurance
employee discounts
paid holidays and paid time off
tuition reimbursement
early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonSQLDatabricksReactFlaskautomated testingmanual testingAPI testingdatabase validationtest automation

Soft Skills

problem-solvingself-motivatedcollaborativeindependent workproactive approach

Certifications

Secret clearance