ATD Test & Evaluation Engineer 2

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join our Integrated Training Systems Software Development team. This is a full-time, on-site position located in the Virginia Beach area.

You will lead testing activities across software, hardware, and web components, develop Level 3 test procedures, perform regression testing, and provide on-site support up to 10% travel. A bachelor’s or master’s in engineering with relevant experience and an active DoD Secret

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering with required years of experience
• Experience with Unix/Linux, C++, Java, and GUI testing
• Security+ certification (or must obtain within 3 months of hire)
• Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Level 3 Test Procedures against Software Requirements Specifications
• Conduct regression testing in lab environments and on ship when required
• Integrate network operating systems, applications, and hardware during testing
• Provide on-site support for installations and system verification (up to 10% travel)

Skills

C++

Java

Unix/Linux

GUI testing

Planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

JIRA

GitHub

Subversion

Cameo Systems Modeler

Automated Testing Software for RHEL 8

Job description

Requisition Number: 29870

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $69,451.00 - $82,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Role

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

HII's System Integration group is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join our Integrated Training Systems Software Development team! This is a full-time on site position located in the Virginia Beach, VA area.

Essential Job Responsibilities

A Software Test Engineer, also known as lead systems analyst, a network engineer who can also program, or a software engineer who can also manage networks, is an IT professional who oversees the creation of hybrid software, web, and hardware products from initial specifications to final rollout and maintenance. These products are often sophisticated systems that run on the web.

• The software test engineer is responsible to integrate various network operating systems, application programs and hardware devices.
• Duties typically include managing the development cycle associated with producing a resilient software, hardware, and web application, including specification, design, coding, testing, and maintenance.
• Develop and execute Level 3 Test Procedures developed against Software Requirement Specifications (SRS) or equivalent specification.
• Conduct regression testing in both lab environments and aboard ship (when required) to verify software executing in line with requirements.
• Provide occasional on-site support for installations and system verification (up to 10% travel).

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline and 5 years of relevant experience, OR
• Master’s degree in an Engineering discipline and 3 years of relevant experience,

Technical Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in systems engineering
• Working knowledge of Unix and Linux platforms
• Previous experience with C++ and Java software
• Experience in implementation and testing of Graphical User Interfaces (GUI)
• Ability to develop a task plan and then execute the plan
• Security+ certification (or must obtain within 3 months of hire)

Clearance Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must hold a current or active DoD secret clearance

Preferred Requirements

• Operational or development knowledge of training systems is a plus but not required.
• Possession of a current IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+)
• Experience with JIRA, GitHub, and subversion a plus
• Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler (or the equivalent)
• Experience with Automated Testing Software for RHEL 8 (and later)

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

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