Software Quality Assurance / Tester

Location: Within a 50-mile radius of Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) MD
Clearance: Active DoD Secret (Required)
Status: Full-Time
Client Internal: R66262 SOC 15-1253

Project Overview PTSS C5ISR Hardware & Software Program

The Lockwood Group is seeking a Software Quality Assurance and Tester to support a C5ISR hardware and software effort for a U.S. Army customer located at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) MD. This program provides engineering programmatic and lifecycle support to enhance mission-critical command control communications computers cyber intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (C5ISR) capabilities in support of Army modernization priorities.

Position Overview

The Software Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst / Tester will support quality assurance and test activities for C5ISR hardware and software systems within a Government program office environment. This position will assist in validating system functionality supporting verification and validation efforts and ensuring software and integrated systems meet performance reliability and compliance requirements.

The role requires experience supporting DoD weapon systems development and acquisition programs with the ability to operate effectively within structured engineering and test environments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience

• Minimum 5 years supporting the Department of Defense contracting market in major weapon systems product development and acquisition programs

• Experience supporting software quality assurance testing verification or validation activities

• Strong analytical and documentation skills

• Ability to work within structured engineering and acquisition environments

• Active DoD Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting C5ISR or tactical network systems

• Familiarity with Army acquisition lifecycle processes

• Experience supporting system integration labs developmental testing or operational test events

• Experience supporting programs located at Aberdeen Proving Ground

Why Join The Lockwood Group

At The Lockwood Group our Six Core Values Ethics & Integrity Customer Commitment Leadership Innovation & Problem Solving Service and Positivity are the foundation of our culture and define how we operate every day. These values shape the way we support one another internally and how we engage with our clients externally.

We are building a team centered on innovation disciplined execution and service. This opportunity allows you to contribute to high-visibility Army modernization initiatives while growing within a company committed to leadership development and meaningful mission impact.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off

• Medical dental and vision insurance

• 401(k) with Company match

• Health and wellness benefits

• Professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Lockwood Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws.