Junior Software Quality Assurance Analyst & Tester
Saalex
Junior Software Quality Assurance Analyst & Tester
Saalex
Engineering and IT services for defense
Saalex · Ridgecrest, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-14
Salary: USD 78,000–90,000
Workplace: on_site
Department: TARIF
Saalex is seeking a Junior Software Quality Assurance Analyst & Tester in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services.
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $78k-$90k annually (depending upon experience)
Work Location: Full-time onsite at China Lake, CA. Potential travel may be required to support field installations.
Job Overview:
The Tactical Air Range Integration Facility (TARIF) Program, under the Saalex TSS contract, is seeking a motivated Software Quality Assurance Analyst & Tester to help support the warfighter and fleet with their training tools and systems. We want someone who wants more than just a job—we are looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career in software quality assurance and testing.
This position performs in a collaborative work group that provides engineering and lifecycle assistance for the aircraft tracking and aircrew training software utilized by the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Air National Guard Tactical Training Ranges. The ultimate expectation for this role is to become an SME in testing software to ensure it is safe, secure, and meets all functional requirements prior to being deployed to the fleet.
Essential Functions:
Test Execution & System Validation
Test Planning & Design Reviews
Defect Tracking & Reporting
Required:
Education:
Must possess a BA/BS degree OR an applicable basic certification.
Security Clearance:
Must possess an active Secret clearance with the ability to gain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.
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Saalex Solutions provides engineering and IT services focused on defense and government clients. It supports test range operations and management, engineering and logistics, data analytics and business intelligence, and IT services. The company differentiates itself as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned organization with extensive government experience, prime and subcontracting capabilities, and a nationwide footprint with offices in California, Florida, and Washington. Its goal is to help national defense and other agencies carry out complex operations reliably by delivering practical, technically capable services and data-driven solutions tailored to mission needs.
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