Application Test Engineer

Spektrum have a wide range of exciting opportunities in several global locations.

We are always looking to add great new talent to our team and look forward to hearing from you.

Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects.

Who we are supporting 

The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including:

• Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats.
• Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations.
• Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces.
• Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks.
• Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers.

Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities.

The program

Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS)

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V.

To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce.

Role ID – 2025-0309

Role Background

The NATO Information and Communication Agency (NCIA) located in The Hague, The Netherlands, is involved in the maintenance and development of command and control capabilities for NATO as well as in the support of these capabilities.

In the light of these activities, the C2 Business Area is looking for an Application Test Engineer with experience in MS Windows and web applications testing.

Role Duties and Responsibilities

• Test Planning and Design: Creating detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts to cover various aspects of the application, including functionality, performance, security, and usability.
• Test Execution: Running tests, both manually and through automation, to identify bugs and ensure the application meets requirements.
• Defect Management: Logging and tracking defects using bug-tracking tools, and working with developers to resolve them.
• Test Automation: Developing and implementing automated test scripts to improve testing efficiency and coverage.
• Collaboration: Working closely with developers, business analysts, and project managers to ensure a smooth and efficient testing process.
• Test Environment Management: Setting up and maintaining test environments to ensure accurate and reliable testing.
• Reporting: Generating reports on test results, defect status, and overall application quality.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifying areas for improvement in the testing process and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Essential Skills, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science/engineering or related field;
• 3-5 years of extensive and progressive expertise as application test engineer of MS Windows and web applications;
• Proven knowledge of, and practical experience in, modern test engineering and test management methods and paradigms;
• Experience Microsoft Azure DevOps and Test Manager;
• Proficiency in scripting like Java, Python, C# and Typescript, or programming experience.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Good communication skills, both spoken and written, in English;
• Good presentation skills, taking in consideration the target audience;
• Team player, friendly and always willing to help others and to share knowledge;
• Good collaboration skills, with the ability to work in a multinational and diverse team;
• Growth mind set, always wanting to improve and to learn;
• Proactivity and taking ownership.

Desirable Skills, Experience and Certifications

• Master’s degree in computer science/engineering or related field;
• Knowledge of .Net Web API or similar;
• Knowledge of MS SQL Server;
• Experience with Git source control;
• Recent experience in planning and execution of validation activities within large-scale C2 exercises;
• Certifications, like ISTQB or CSTE.

Working Location

• The Hague, Netherlands

Working Policy

• Hybrid (60% onsite/40% offsite)

Travel

• Some travel to other NATO sites may be required

Security Clearance

• Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance

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