Software Test Engineer

Software Test EngineerThe Software Test Engineer will contribute to the testing of software supporting tactical strike guided munition programs in an onsite role based in Huntsville, AL. The position emphasizes automated testing, development and maintenance of robust test infrastructures and frameworks, integration testing, informal manual testing, formal software qualification testing, and fielding and support of software products. These products include analysis tools and simulations, mission planning software, and components of mission-critical systems, all developed and tested in a collaborative engineering environment.Responsibilities include participating as an integral member of the software test team, contributing to test planning, test strategy and design, and test execution for complex, multi-disciplinary projects. The role also involves developing, enhancing, and maintaining automated software test infrastructures, frameworks, and test scripts to support mission-critical systems, analysis tools, simulations, and mission planning software. The Software Test Engineer will perform integration testing, informal manual testing, and formal software qualification testing to validate functionality, performance, reliability, and compliance with applicable standards. Additionally, the role requires reviewing, editing, and generating engineering and test documentation, collaborating closely with software developers and other team members to clarify requirements, identify defects, resolve issues, and improve overall product quality. The Software Test Engineer will apply software engineering processes and best practices to ensure efficient, repeatable, and traceable testing activities throughout the development lifecycle. The role also includes providing recommendations on product quality, test coverage, and risk areas based on test results, metrics, and observed system behavior. Support fielding and ongoing maintenance of software products, including troubleshooting issues and validating fixes and updates, is also part of the role. The Software Test Engineer will learn from more senior test engineers, actively seeking mentorship and guidance to expand technical and domain knowledge. The role also involves contributing to test development for user interfaces, hardware interfaces, and system-level scenarios, including UI and interface tests. Support or participate in CI/CD-based testing workflows and validation activities within automated pipelines, and assist in testing hardware-software integration aspects, ensuring that software components function correctly in conjunction with relevant hardware and sensors.Essential skills include a bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, or an equivalent technical discipline, with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher. At least 2 years of relevant technical experience with a bachelor's degree, working on software testing or related engineering activities. Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance. Proven experience performing software testing on complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving mission-critical or high-reliability systems. Hands-on experience implementing software test automation, including designing and executing automated test cases. Demonstrated ability in software development in one or more of the following programming languages: C#/.NET, C, C++, Python, or Ruby. Strong communication skills, including the ability to present technical information and test results to senior leadership and government stakeholders. Experience with software test engineering practices, including test plan and test procedure development, validation activities, and documentation. Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and validation in automated build and deployment environments. Understanding of hardware and interface testing, including UI and interface test scenarios.Additional skills and qualifications include experience writing user interface (UI) tests using automated UI testing technologies. Experience working with applicable industry standards such as IEEE standards, CMMI, DO-178C, DO-278, MIL-STD-882E, and Risk Management Framework (RMF). Ability to work effectively across multiple products under development by several small teams, managing priorities and collaborating in a dynamic environment. Knowledge of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) principles and their application in software and systems design. Experience with containerization technologies, CI/CD pipelines, and microservices architectures. Experience testing guidance and control algorithms, navigation systems, mission planning systems (such as NOMS or JMPS), and sensors. Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices and SysML modeling. Understanding of hardware-software integration and software systems engineering principles. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex system behavior and translate it into effective test strategies. Ability to learn quickly from senior test engineers and adapt to evolving tools, technologies, and processes.The role is based onsite in Huntsville, AL, supporting software testing activities for tactical strike guided munition programs in a collaborative engineering office environment. The Software Test Engineer works closely with software developers, systems engineers, and other test engineers on mission planning software, analysis tools, simulations, and mission-critical system components. The environment emphasizes rigorous testing practices, adherence to industry standards, and use of modern technologies such as automated test frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and microservices. Work is performed in a professional setting with access to hardware and software test equipment as needed for integration and interface testing, and collaboration and communication are central to daily activities.This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL. The pay range for this position is $49.95 - $93.47/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave). This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville, AL. This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.