Quality Assurance Engineer, Journeyman (Cleared)

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities.                                                

Our transition to Kentro in 2025 reflects a rich legacy built upon the foundation of IT Concepts. Rather than leaving ITC behind, we confidently embrace a future centered around the Core of More. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.

Kentro is hiring an experienced Journeyman Quality Assurance Engineer to support a DOD SOCOM opportunity. Kentro will provide the Government with program management and services related to emerging technology solutions including Enterprise Architecture (EA) and data science, application development and management support, training, and enterprise ecosystem support.

Responsibilities:

• Test Planning and Design: Develop and document test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on project requirements, functional specifications, and design documents.
• Manual and Automated Testing: Execute manual and automated tests across web, mobile, and desktop applications to identify defects and ensure software quality. Collaborate in the development of automated test frameworks.
• Defect Tracking and Reporting: Log, track, and manage software defects using bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla). Collaborate with development teams to prioritize and resolve issues.
• Regression Testing: Perform regression testing after code updates or new releases to ensure stability and functionality of existing features.
• Performance and Load Testing: Conduct performance, load, and stress testing to evaluate system scalability and response times.
• Collaborative Testing: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and product managers, to understand project objectives and ensure testing covers all use cases.
• Documentation: Create and maintain detailed test documentation, including test cases, results, defect reports, and user guides as needed.
• Quality Assurance Standards: Contribute to the improvement of QA processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the testing function.
• Compliance and Security Testing: Ensure that software meets relevant compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO) and perform security testing to identify vulnerabilities.

Requirements

• Journeyman level: A Bachelor's Degree and 3 - 10 years of relevant experience
• Substitutions for education:
• Associate's Degree plus 4 years work experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree
• 6 years work experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred Skills:
• Strong understanding of software development life cycles (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript) for test automation is preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work within a collaborative environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• ability to work with Teams, but self-motivated to complete projects on your own.
• Ability to work fully on-site with minimal accommodation

• Certifications:

• ISTQB Certified Tester or equivalent QA certification is a plus.
• Tools & Technologies:
• Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git), continuous integration environments, and database testing.
• Clearance Requirements:
• Must have an active Secret clearance

Benefits

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC).

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.  We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@kentro.us.  

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