--- title: 'Software Test Engineer at Delta Solutions & Strategies' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/software-test-engineer-delta-solutions-strategies-colorado-springs-hmaf1svsbc1m' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-17' --- # Software Test Engineer at Delta Solutions & Strategies - **Company:** Delta Solutions & Strategies - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-10-16 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-17 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/deltasands/de883eff-2756-47f0-b520-3b8e9577e6aa ## Job description Delta Solutions and Strategies is seeking a full-time Software Test Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO. What you will be doing: - Collaborating with development teams to resolve software defects, participate in troubleshooting, and streamline the debugging process - Conducting functional, regression, ad-hoc, and acceptance testing of custom software - Conducting software integration testing with external software, including PDS-M and MARS - Coordinating, scheduling, and leading various software-related events, including demos, operational tests, and inspections. Ensure all stakeholders are considered and that events run smoothly, providing necessary documentation, communication, and follow-up to ensure objectives are met. Act as a key point of contact to ensure that these events contribute to overall software quality and stakeholder engagement - Performing root cause analysis on defects found, documenting causes and solutions - Collaborating with external stakeholders to clarify software requirements and turn those requirements into test cases and test procedures to verify software meets/exceeds expectations - Executing comprehensive testing against the software, ensuring all requirements are met - Contributing to the continuous improvement of software testing methodologies and developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), if necessary - Performing on-site testing at classified government facilities. What you will need: - Security Clearance: Secret required with ability to obtain TS/SCI - Bachelor’s degree (preferred) - 3+ years of experience as a software test engineer or software quality assurance specialist - Experience testing containerized software - Proven aptitude for testing software on multiple platforms and knowledge of industry-standard operating procedures and tools - Knowledge of computer architecture and tools for manual testing, unit testing, integration testing, functional testing, and bug-tracking systems, specifically Jira - Background in missile warning/missile defense and familiarity with ITW/AA-related software applications such as PDS-M and C2BMC; familiarity with CCIC2S - Ability to read and write technical documents Delta Solutions & Strategies offers a generous benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, parental, military and jury duty paid leaves. In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $80,000-$110,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Delta Solutions & Strategies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items. EEO/AAP, M, F, V, D ## About Delta Solutions & Strategies ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Delta Solutions & Strategies provides operations & maintenance, training, modeling & simulation, and professional services in support of U.S. national security and defense missions. - **Entity Type**: Private (part of the Bowhead Family of Companies, a subsidiary of Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation) - **Headquarters**: Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States - **Founded**: 2000 - **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed; President & CEO is Mark W. Stafford ## Core Business - **Primary Industry**: National Security / Defense Contracting (Armed Forces) - **Target Customers**: U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Space Force, and other federal agencies (B2G) - **Mission Statement**: “Our philosophy is simple: Hire quality people and take care of them. … It's not enough to just fulfill the legal obligations of a contract; we strive for elated customers.” [deltasands.com](https://www.deltasands.com/) ## Products & Services - **Training & Education**: Instructor-led and simulation-based training for military and space operations. - **Modeling & Simulation**: Custom simulation environments for mission rehearsal and battle management. - **Operations & Maintenance**: Sustainment of weapons systems, IT infrastructure, and classified facilities. - **Professional Services**: Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS), program management, financial analysis, and technical advisory assistance. - **CMMC Level 2 Certified**: ITAR registered, ISO 9001:2015 certified, capable of handling sensitive/classified contracts. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Revenue**: Annual Revenue ~$12.1 million (estimated, 2025/2026 data) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies) - **Key Metric**: Total managed contracts valued at over **$675 million** [deltasands.com](https://www.deltasands.com/) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company is Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC); named U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2023 Prime Contractor of the Year; strategic partner to the U.S. Space Force. - **Growth Signals**: - Employee headcount: 211 (+12.7% YoY) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies) - Active job postings: 26 (up +116.7% YoY) - Expanded team in the Southeast region - New website launched July 2026 to highlight growth and capabilities ## Competitive Advantages - **Veteran-Focused Workforce**: Over 70% of employees are veterans, providing deep mission understanding and credibility. - **Small Business Status**: VA-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) – preferred contracting vehicle for DoD. - **Alaska Native Corporation Backing**: Financial stability and long-term contracts through the UIC/Bowhead family of companies. - **Certified Quality**: ISO 9001:2015, CMMC Level 2, ITAR registered – enables handling of high-security projects. - **Employee Retention Philosophy**: “Hire quality people and take care of them” – competitive comp, benefits, and career development. ## Strategic Focus - **Space & Cyber Growth**: Expanding Space Force support roles (Space Battle Management, Joint Training Tools). - **Southeast Region Expansion**: Investing in new offices and personnel in the southeastern U.S. - **Modernization**: Upgrading training delivery through modeling & simulation and digital tools. - **Talent Pipeline**: Recruiting heavily from departing military personnel and alumni of major defense contractors (Lockheed Martin, Booz Allen, Northrop Grumman). ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Employee rating 4.0/5.0 on job platforms; strong work-life balance (4.3) and compensation (4.2) scores [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies) - **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Flexible schedules where mission requirements allow; multiple offices in Colorado Springs (HQ) and other U.S. locations. - **Benefits**: - Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, EAP - Financial Security: 401(k) with company contribution, life/AD&D, disability - Time Off: Holidays, flexible schedules - Professional Growth: Training, certifications, leadership development - Recognition: Community engagement, awards, volunteer opportunities - **Veteran Welcome**: Strong support for transitioning service members; many peers with military background. - **Engineering/Technical Roles**: Hands-on work with cutting-edge defense technology and space systems. ## Sources 1. [deltasands.com](https://www.deltasands.com/) – Company overview, capabilities, contracts, leadership 2. [deltasands.com/careers](https://www.deltasands.com/careers/) – Benefits, culture, career philosophy 3. [jobs.lever.co/deltasands](https://jobs.lever.co/deltasands) – Current open positions 4. 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