AI-Driven ATC Systems Test Engineer

Leidos; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos seeks a Test Engineer (Level 2) to support the SkyLine-X KN-2 program, focusing on verification, validation, and qualification of complex systems with testing methodologies aligned to safety and performance standards. The role emphasizes test framework design, implementation, and maintaining test procedures, with AI/ML techniques benefiting test coverage.

You will work under senior engineers, develop test cases and data sets, execute tests in containerized environments (Docker/Podman),

Qualifications

• BS degree in CS/SE/EE or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of relevant Test Engineering experience.
• Experience with automated test frameworks and scripts (Squish, Selenium, PyTest, Robot Framework).
• Familiarity with CI/CD integration for regression testing and test automation.
• Ability to work with AI/ML-assisted testing approaches and familiar with Linux/Unix and container tech.

Responsibilities

• Support development, implementation, and maintenance of test frameworks for V&V of complex systems.
• Develop system- and component-level test procedures and data sets from requirements.
• Write and execute test cases and scripts using Squish, Selenium, PyTest, or Robot Framework.
• Troubleshoot failures and support defect resolution with engineering teams.
• Execute integration testing in containerized/virtualized environments (Docker, Podman).
• Apply AI/ML-based tools to enhance test coverage and efficiency where applicable.
• Maintain test artifacts (VRTM, traceability matrices) and interface with engineering teams.
• Support test readiness reviews, system qualification events, and Agile ceremonies; travel as needed.

Skills

Test automation

Scripting languages

Linux/Unix familiarity

Agile team collaboration

Education

BS in Computer Science / Systems Engineering / Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Squish

Selenium

PyTest

Robot Framework

Docker

Podman

CI/CD pipelines

JIRA / Atlassian tool suite

Job description

Leidos seeks a Test Engineer (Level 2) to support the SkyLine-X KN-2 program, focusing on verification, validation, and qualification of complex systems with testing methodologies aligned to safety and performance standards. The role emphasizes test framework design, implementation, and maintaining test procedures, with AI/ML techniques benefiting test coverage.

You will work under senior engineers, develop test cases and data sets, execute tests in containerized environments (Docker/Podman),