Senior Software Test Engineer

Job Summary

We are dedicated to making the world a safer place by helping our customers in the defense industry achieve their critical missions. Our team is solving significant challenges globally. We deliver innovative solutions through our diverse and talented people who are committed to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Our mission, vision, and values guide our business practices. With offices across the United States in defense, space, cyber, and commercial fields, we provide responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific, and IT solutions. We are known for our people-oriented culture, positive work environment, technical excellence, and resilient business ethics.

Responsibilities:

• Direct participation as an integral team member performing key roles in test planning, strategy and design, execution, software engineering processes, and product quality recommendations.
• Reviewing, editing, and generating various documents for engineering and testing purposes per industry standards.
• Learning from senior test engineers while mentoring less experienced test engineers.
• Frequent communication with software developers and other team members.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent technical degree
• Four years of relevant technical experience with a BS degree or two years with an MS degree.
• Proven experience in software testing on complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Track record of implementing automated software testing solutions.
• Automated testing experience on embedded systems is a plus.
• Proficiency in software development using C#/.NET, C, C++, Java, Python, or Ruby programming languages.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to senior leadership and government customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience writing user interface (UI) tests with automated UI testing technologies.
• Familiarity with applicable industry standards (IEEE 12207, CMMI, MIL-STD-882e, DO-178C and/or DO-278, RMF).
• Ability to work across multiple products developed by small teams.
• Knowledge of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) principles and application.
• Experience with containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and microservices technology.
• Knowledge of guidance & control algorithms, navigation systems, mission planning systems (NOMS, JMPS), and sensors.
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML.
• Proficiency with testing MATLAB/Simulink generated code.
• Understanding of hardware-software integration and software systems engineering principles.
• Agile Scrum Master experience.

Located in Huntsville, Alabama, a city known for its rich history in space exploration and growing technology sector, offering a dynamic environment for professionals in the defense and engineering industries.

Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.


Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.


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