Quality Assurance Tester (GIS) at CALIBRE Systems Inc – Alexandria, Virginia

Quality Assurance Tester (GIS)
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CALIBRE Systems, Inc., an Employee-Owned Management Consulting and Digital Transformation company, is seeking a Program Analyst III in support of the Ranges Training Division (RTD) RMTK program with a strong focus on Quality Assurance (QA) and testing to support complex program initiatives. This role is responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of systems and processes through comprehensive testing strategies, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate brings a blend of analytical thinking, technical QA expertise, and program-level insight to drive continuous improvement and risk mitigation.

Tasks include:

Analyze business, system, and GIS-specific requirements to develop comprehensive test scenarios and test cases

Execute manual testing across functional, integration, regression, and Government Acceptance Testing (GAT) phases

Perform exploratory testing to identify defects not covered by formal test cases

Identify, document, and manage defects using tools like Jira or Azure DevOps

Validate data integrity by comparing expected and actual results, including database queries and geospatial datasets

Verify accuracy of geographic data (coordinates, projections, shapefiles, raster data) using tools such as ArcGIS and QGIS

Test map-based functionality including rendering, layer management, spatial queries, and geoprocessing tools

Validate coordinate system transformations and projection consistency

Conduct cross-browser and cross-device testing to ensure consistent UI/UX behavior

Collaborate with developers, analysts, and stakeholders to clarify requirements, troubleshooting issues, and support GAT activities

Re-test defect fixes and ensure system stability through regression validation

Maintain test documentation, test results, and QA artifacts for traceability and audit readiness

Participate in Agile ceremonies and provide updates on testing progress, risks, and quality metrics

Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a NACI (National Agency Check with Inquiries) government security clearance

Exceptional verbal and written communication and organizational skills

Proficient in MS Office products

Lead QA and testing efforts across multiple programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines

Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts (manual and automated)

Analyze system requirements and business processes to identify testing needs and potential risks

Track, document, and manage defects through resolution using defect tracking tools

Perform root cause analysis and recommend solutions to improve system quality and performance

Collaborate with developers and program managers to ensure quality is embedded throughout the SDLC

Develop and maintain QA metrics, dashboards, and reports for leadership visibility

Ensure compliance with organizational standards, policies, and regulatory requirements

Preferred Skills

Understanding of Surface Danger Zone (SDZ)

Proficient in MS Teams and SharePoint programs

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Familiarity with scripting or programming languages

Experience with cloud-based platforms and testing environments

QA certifications (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE)

Knowledge of Statistics and Probability modeling

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

5–7+ years of experience in QA, testing, or program analysis roles

Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, testing types (functional, regression, performance, etc.), and SDLC

Experience with test management and defect tracking tools

Proficiency in writing SQL queries and analyzing data for validation purposes

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Experience:

Military experience in range safety and operations, including enforcement of safety protocols and coordination of training activities

Experience testing systems that support range safety, training range operations, or mission planning environments

Familiarity with range safety procedures, including risk mitigation, hazard identification, and compliance with established safety protocols

Experience validating geospatial or situational awareness tools used in range operations (e.g., mapping restricted zones, impact areas, or safety buffers)

Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, or similar)

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant QA/testing

REMOTE, United States

Full-Time/Regular