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TEST ENGINEER – LinuxScriptingSplunk- 5 + yrs of Experience TSSCI wPoly clearance is required- HPC

Halogen Engineering Group, Inc

Job Location:

Annapolis, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: K 162 - 171

Experience Required: 6-10years

Posted: 24 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 21 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Test Engineer Linux/Scripting/Splunk - 5 yrs of Experience - TS/SCI w/Poly Clearance

Halogen Engineering Group is looking for a Test Engineer

Location: Annapolis Junction MD

Travel Required: No

Shift: Day

Remote Type: Onsite

Security Clearance: Current TS/SCI

Polygraph: Required (Must be less than 5 years old)

Salary Range

The projected compensation range for this position is 162K to 171K (annualized USD).

Salary is determined by various factors including but not limited to location the individuals particular combination of education knowledge skills competencies and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Capabilities

Independently test and validate HPC systems in accordance with test plans to ensure that system requirements are met.

Design develop and implement testing strategies to include automated test execution and data analysis.

Participate in all SAFe activities including but not limited to planning meetings daily stand-up meetings demos and retrospectives.

Collaborate with team members to develop and execute test plans for HPC systems.

Utilize Linux command-line interface and scripting languages (e.g. Python Bash) to troubleshoot hardware execute tests and automate testing processes.

Develop complex database queries and analyze test data across various database platforms (SQL Splunk etc.).

Track document and report defects using defect tracking systems (JIRA or similar tools).

Contribute to the integration and testing of Rest APls related to hardware systems. Work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze system requirements and ensure that system verificat1ion standards are met.

Generate test reports at the conclusion of formal test events. Review HPC system documentation and interpret system requirements to provide technical guidance on system testability.

Requirements

Required Skills

Ability to develop test cases through the analysis of system requirements.

Extensive experience with Linux command-line interface with an understanding of file systems permissions and process management.

Proficiency in one or more of the following scripting languages for task automation: Python Bash Perl.

Strong expertise in -database querying and data analysis; Splunk experience preferred.

Understanding of REST APls and their practical applications.

Experience working on Scrum or similar Agile framework.

Demonstrated experience in defect tracking and resolution processes.

Experience with Git and version control systems with knowledge of Cl/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins Gitlab Cl or similar.

Utilize Linux command-line interface and scripting languages (e.g. Python Bash) to troubleshoot hardware execute tests and automate testing processes.

Develop complex database queries and analyze test data across various database platforms (SQL Splunk etc.)

Ability to analyze logs and test results using data visualization tools such as Splunk Kibana or Grafana.

Self-motivated to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Ability to convey findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders through oral and written communication.

Willingness to work with cross-functional teams.

Comfortable in learning new tools and technologies as required.

Qualifications

Five (5) years experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope type and complexity is required. Bachelors degree in Math Science Engineering Statistics Engineering Management or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional TE experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree.

Benefits

CareFirst Insurance

Medical Plans

Three available medical plans2 Platinum PPO Plans ($0 Deductible) and 1 HSA Plan ($1500 deductible)
Halogen pays 100% Medical Premium Costs up to $25000
CareFirst Wellness Rewards Program

Dental Plan

Halogen pays 50% of the plan costs

Vision Plan

Halogen pays 100% of the plan costs

401K Retirement Plan

10% contribution paid by the company automatically vested and paid in each pay period.

Life Insurance AD&D Short and Long Term Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off

20 Paid Time Off Days

6 Federal Holidays

5 Floating Holidays

Bonuses

Based on performance and billable hours

Halogen Engineering Group does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factor.

Required Skills:

Required Skills Applies systems engineering principles throughout the systems life cycle phases: Concept Development Production Utilization Support and Retirement. Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems issues or conflicts. Communicates with other program personnel government overseers and senior executives. Responsibility for the technical integrity quality and completeness of work performed and deliverables associated with one or more of the 25 process areas defined by ISO/IEC15288: Technical Process Area - Stakeholder Requirements Definition Requirements Analysis Architectural Design Implementation Integration Verification Transition Validation Operation Maintenance and Disposal; Project Process Area - Project Planning Project Assessment and Control Decision Management Risk Management Configuration Management Information Management and Measurement; Enterprise (Organizational Project-Enabling) Process Area - Project Portfolio Management Infrastructure Management Lifecycle Model Management Human Resource Management and Quality Management; Agreement Process Area - Acquisition and Supply. A Bachelors degree in a Qualified Engineering Field (See Note 1) or a related discipline (See Note 2) from an accredited college or university plus six (6) years of systems engineering experience OR A High School Diploma or GED plus ten (10) years of general system engineering experience (any Process Area). OR A Masters degree in a Qualified Engineering Field (See Note 1) or a related discipline (See Note 2) from an accredited college or university plus four (4) years of systems engineering experience OR A PhD in a Qualified Engineering Field (See Note 1) or a related discipline (See Note 2) from an accredited college or university plus four (4) years of systems engineering experience. Examples of Qualified engineering fields include: Aeronautics Biomedical Chemical Civil Computer Electrical Environmental Mechanical Nuclear Software Systems and Engineering Management. Examples of related disciplines include: Chemistry Computer Science Information Systems Mathematics and Physics

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