{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fa65c41a98b0f85b20fff89e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fa65c41a98b0f85b20fff89e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fa65c41a98b0f85b20fff89e","title":"Web Application Test Engineer","description":"Salary Range: $70,304 - $87,327\n\nDCS Corp. is seeking a Web Application Test Engineer to support the WSSIS V Contract at the F/A-18 & EA-18G IPT. This role supports the quality, reliability, and security of business web applications through comprehensive white-box, grey-box, black-box, unit, and automated testing. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with test-driven development (TDD), modern software testing methodologies, and web application architecture, and can work effectively with developers in a SAFe Agile/DevOps environment.\n\nEssential Job Functions:\n\nApply modern testing methodologies, including white-box, grey-box, black-box, and unit testing principles.\n\nSupport the implementation and adoption of Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices in coordination with the development team.\n\nDevelop, execute, and maintain automated web application tests and testing frameworks, with emphasis on Playwright.\n\nTranslate manual testing scenarios, functional specifications, and user stories into automated test coverage and end-to-end test scripts.\n\nAnalyze source code, databases, and application logic to support effective white-box, grey-box, and unit testing.\n\nSet up, configure, and maintain automated and continuous testing environments.\n\nSupport training and knowledge sharing on test automation and TDD practices, as needed.\n\nSupport Agile best practices, processes, and tools in alignment with DevOps software testing and deployment activities.\n\nDocument test cases, test results, defects, and related quality artifacts clearly and accurately.\n\nJob Requirements:\n\nDue to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.\n\nBachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.\n\nMinimum of one year of relevant experience in software testing, software quality assurance, or software development.\n\nCandidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance throughout the duration of employment.\n\nExperience with one or more test automation platforms, such as Playwright, Tosca, UFT, or Selenium.\n\nExperience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automated testing for web-based applications.\n\nUnderstanding of black-box, white-box, grey-box, and unit testing approaches.\n\nFamiliarity with web application architectures, CI/CD tools, and Agile software development methodologies, such as Scrum or SAFe.\n\nStrong customer support and stakeholder service skills, with the ability to respond professionally and communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audiences.\n\nStrong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.\n\nAbility to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\n\nMust have excellent work ethic, time management skills and a strong attention to detail.\n\nDesired Skills:\n\nExperience building, maintaining, or improving continuous testing environments and related test automation infrastructure.\n\nExperience converting manual test cases into automated test suites across multiple toolsets.\n\nProficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages commonly used with Playwright and Selenium, such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C#, or Java.\n\nExperience with test management and application lifecycle management (ALM) tools.\n\nExperience mentoring team members or supporting training on test automation practices.\n\nWork Location / Arrangement: Full-time on-site in China Lake, CA; hybrid and remote work are not available for this role.","company":"DCS","rawCompany":"dcs","city":"Ridgecrest","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-09-02T07:50:06.602Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1253.00","title":"Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers","slug":"software-quality-assurance-analysts-and-testers"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Web Application Test Engineer","description":"Salary Range: $70,304 - $87,327\n\nDCS Corp. is seeking a Web Application Test Engineer to support the WSSIS V Contract at the F/A-18 & EA-18G IPT. 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The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with test-driven development (TDD), modern software testing methodologies, and web application architecture, and can work effectively with developers in a SAFe Agile/DevOps environment.\n\nEssential Job Functions:\n\nApply modern testing methodologies, including white-box, grey-box, black-box, and unit testing principles.\n\nSupport the implementation and adoption of Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices in coordination with the development team.\n\nDevelop, execute, and maintain automated web application tests and testing frameworks, with emphasis on Playwright.\n\nTranslate manual testing scenarios, functional specifications, and user stories into automated test coverage and end-to-end test scripts.\n\nAnalyze source code, databases, and application logic to support effective white-box, grey-box, and unit testing.\n\nSet up, configure, and maintain automated and continuous testing environments.\n\nSupport training and knowledge sharing on test automation and TDD practices, as needed.\n\nSupport Agile best practices, processes, and tools in alignment with DevOps software testing and deployment activities.\n\nDocument test cases, test results, defects, and related quality artifacts clearly and accurately.\n\nJob Requirements:\n\nDue to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.\n\nBachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.\n\nMinimum of one year of relevant experience in software testing, software quality assurance, or software development.\n\nCandidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance throughout the duration of employment.\n\nExperience with one or more test automation platforms, such as Playwright, Tosca, UFT, or Selenium.\n\nExperience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automated testing for web-based applications.\n\nUnderstanding of black-box, white-box, grey-box, and unit testing approaches.\n\nFamiliarity with web application architectures, CI/CD tools, and Agile software development methodologies, such as Scrum or SAFe.\n\nStrong customer support and stakeholder service skills, with the ability to respond professionally and communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audiences.\n\nStrong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.\n\nAbility to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\n\nMust have excellent work ethic, time management skills and a strong attention to detail.\n\nDesired Skills:\n\nExperience building, maintaining, or improving continuous testing environments and related test automation infrastructure.\n\nExperience converting manual test cases into automated test suites across multiple toolsets.\n\nProficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages commonly used with Playwright and Selenium, such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C#, or Java.\n\nExperience with test management and application lifecycle management (ALM) tools.\n\nExperience mentoring team members or supporting training on test automation practices.\n\nWork Location / Arrangement: Full-time on-site in China Lake, CA; hybrid and remote work are not available for this role.","datePosted":"2026-09-02T07:50:06.602Z","dateModified":"2026-09-02T07:50:06.602Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"DCS","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Ridgecrest","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"fa65c41a98b0f85b20fff89e"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fa65c41a98b0f85b20fff89e"}}