Senior Test Automation Engineer
About the job
- Bachelors degree
- 8 years minimum experience
- Must possess active TS/SCI clearance
- U.S. Citizenship
- Creating software test and automating test cases, performing application testing, validating bugs, and isolating issues; writing and initiating tests and then analyzing and reporting the test results in the ticketing system; and performing configuration management, change management, and release management.
- Tests high performance and large-scale immersive systems. Evaluates, recommends, and implements automated test tools and strategies.
- Designs, implements, and conducts test and evaluation procedures to ensure system requirements are met.
- Develops, maintains, and upgrades automated test scripts and architectures for application products.
- Writes, implements, and reports status for system test cases for testing.
- Analyzes test cases and provides regular progress reports.
- Serves as a subject matter specialist providing testing know-how for the support of user requirements of complex to highly complex software/hardware applications.
- Directs and/or participates in all phases of risk management assessments and software/hardware development with emphasis on analysis of user requirements, test design, and test tools selection.
- Designs, plans, creates, executes, and provides System(s) test reports.
- Reviews government test plans and test reports for technical competence, effectiveness, and compliance with standards. Observes and evaluates the execution of customer acceptance test activities. Performs integration activities involving developed application software.
- Identifies and documents problems and issues, providing specific guidance on root-cause and remediation.
- Analyzes the requirements for each test event and shall assist in the scheduling of the System(s) non-operational environments test assets.
- Supports the presentation and formal review or audit of test results, providing briefing and decision support material.
- Maintains and provides controls for multiple test software and hardware baselines.
About the company
Synergy ECP provides cybersecurity, engineering, mission IT, and special programs support for defense and intelligence agencies. It helps clients navigate cybersecurity and digital transformation by delivering mission-critical solutions through a team with deep expertise and technology-enabled capabilities. Services are organized around protecting networks and data, engineering systems, and managing mission-focused IT programs, including specialized support for national security programs. The company differentiates itself through close collaboration with customers, a strong emphasis on its employees, and a track record of handling challenging national security issues with precise execution. The goal is to earn trust by delivering reliable performance, continuously growing capabilities, and helping customers improve performance while advancing its employees and partners.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Columbia, Maryland
Founded
2007
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 2026 OpenAI partnership opens higher-margin AI implementation work across classified missions.
- December 2025 NetServices acquisition deepens secure federal IT capability and widens customer access.
- January 2026 Tradewinds Awardable status improves access to Department of War pilots and contracts.
What critics are saying
- NetServices integration after December 2025 acquisition can distract delivery teams and compress margins.
- Defense and intelligence customer concentration ties revenue to procurement pauses and program recompetes.
- OpenAI-dependent federal deployments face governance and ATO delays; one stalled flagship can derail growth.
What makes Synergy ECP unique
- August 2026 OpenAI Select Partner status makes Synergy ECP a rare federal AI integrator.
- January 2026 Tradewinds Awardable status validates Synergy ECP for Department of War procurement.
- Founded 2007, Synergy ECP combines data, cybersecurity, systems engineering, and mission operations.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Wellness Program
Professional Development Budget
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
15%1 year growth
15%2 year growth
15%Synergy ECP named an OpenAI Select Partner. Columbia, MD - August, 26, 2026 - Synergy ECP, a leading systems integrator for the U.S. Intelligence and Defense communities, today announced that it has been named an OpenAI Select Partner within the OpenAI Partner Network. The OpenAI Partner Network is a global program for partners to build, sell, and deliver AI solutions with OpenAI. It brings together partners with deep industry expertise, delivery capabilities, and customer relationships while equipping them with resources, enablement, and support to help enterprises adopt OpenAI frontier models and products and turn them into measurable impact. As an OpenAI Select Partner, Synergy ECP will continue working with OpenAI to help organizations build, deploy, and scale AI solutions responsibly and effectively. This work will help organizations get more useful work from every token and stronger performance per dollar with GPT-5.6, while using ChatGPT Work to turn ambitious goals into finished work. Synergy ECP develops and delivers solutions spanning data, software, and systems engineering; cybersecurity operations; and mission enablement for the U.S. Intelligence and Defense communities. "This partnership solidifies our recent investments in developing solutions aimed at helping our Public Sector customers safely integrate AI and agentic workflows into their mission systems. As an OpenAI Select Partner, we'll be able to help more customers successfully implement comprehensive AI governance strategies, which have proven critical to adopting AI at scale," said Eric Beane, Chief Operating Officer, Synergy ECP. Synergy ECP supports organizations across the U.S. Intelligence and Defense communities with mission critical needs, solving complex data and engineering problems. Its work includes developing products and solutions designed to reduce barriers to integrating AI agents into national security systems and workflows. Looking ahead, Synergy ECP plans to continue investing in talent and enablement to scale customer deployments of its OpenAI-related offerings, helping customers translate AI ambition into mission outcomes. About Synergy ECP Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Synergy ECP is a leading provider of data, software, and systems engineering; cybersecurity operations; and mission enablement solutions to the U.S. intelligence and defense communities. The company delivers advanced mission-support capabilities that enhance national security. For more information, visit www.synergyecp.com.
COLUMBIA, Md., Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Synergy ECP, a provider of software engineering, cybersecurity, and systems engineering services for the U.S. Intelligence and Defense communities, today announced its acquisition of NetServices, a premier provider of secure, innovative technology solutions supporting mission-critical federal environments. The acquisition was supported by Charlotte, NC based private equity firm Falfurrias Management Partners, which partnered with Synergy ECP in October 2023.For nearly 30 years, NetServices has provided IT modernization, software engineering, cybersecurity, and enterprise operations solutions for defense and intelligence agencies. Known for pairing top-tier technical talent with deep mission insight, the company tackles complex national-security challenges across cloud migration, Zero Trust architecture, DevSecOps, AI/ML, and Enterprise IT service management and operations.These capabilities strengthen Synergy ECP's ability to deliver end-to-end, mission-driven technology solutions across the Intelligence and Defense communities, while expanding access to key customer missions and technical programs essential to national security."The addition of NetServices is a tremendous advancement for Synergy ECP," said Phil Murphy, CEO of Synergy ECP. "NetServices has built a strong reputation for delivering excellence in secure federal IT solutions
COLUMBIA, Md., Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Synergy ECP, a leading provider of mission critical, highly technical solutions for the Defense and Intelligence Communities, is excited to announce the appointment of Phil Murphy as its new President and Chief Operating Officer.
COLUMBIA, Md., Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Synergy ECP, a leading provider of mission critical, highly technical solutions for the Defense and Intelligence Communities, is excited to announce the appointment of Michael Widener to its Board of Advisors.
Synergy ECP has acquired SPYROS Information Technology Consulting, a cyber operations firm specializing in critical infrastructure resiliency, 5G technology, and signals intelligence. Supported by Falfurrias Capital Partners, this acquisition enhances Synergy ECP's capabilities in delivering specialized cyber solutions to the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and Department of Energy National Laboratories. This follows Synergy ECP's recent acquisition of SoftTech Solutions in March.