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O&M Test Automation Engineer

ComtechLaurel, MDL5 SeniorSeptember 15th, 2026
Overview In this role you will design and implement automated tests for web front-end and back-end systems, collaborating with developers, services teams, and product managers. You will help establish a scalable automation framework and contribute to a fast-paced Agile environment, including CI integration. The position supports government-related projects and emphasizes cross-functional teamwork to validate requirements with automated tests. You will shape testing approaches across UI, data, and service layers to deliver high-quality software. ResponsibilitiesDefine automated testing components to validate requirements against softwareAdopt and learn test automation techniques with the teamAssist with Scrum story estimation and effort sizing including test automation and CI effortsFoster cross-functional teamwork within the Agile project lifecycleExecute automated tests on Web Front end and back end systemsPerform validations across DB, rules, logging, and UI layers Key requirementsMinimum 1 year hands-on automated test coding experienceExperience collaborating with automation developers to support the Automation FrameworkExperience in automation results analysis and reportingAbility to learn new techniques and technologies quicklyProficiency with automation tools such as JUnit, SOAPUI, Selenium (WebDriver)Ability to work in a fast-paced Agile environmentKnowledge of CI/CD, GUI and backend automated testing, and User Acceptance TestingStrong written and verbal communication skillsProfessional consulting experience (beneficial)Proven innovative and analytical abilities with implementation experienceTeam player with strong communication and adaptabilityteam playerstrong written and oral communicationquick learnerJava and/or C#, J2EEXML, SOA, REST, JSONSiebel