Aviation Software Test Lead — Automation & QA

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Senior Aviation Software Test Engineer to drive automated testing and develop robust test infrastructures for tactical strike, sensors, CUAS, and UAS solutions.

The role focuses on automated testing, test framework development, and integration testing within an agile software team; requires a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience, and US citizenship with ability to obtain DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, or related technical field.
• At least 12 years with BS or 10 years with MS.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience leading teams.
• Experience with C++, Python, or Java.
• Experience in manual and automated test tools and techniques.
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct participation in test planning, strategy, and design; contribute to product quality decisions.
• Reviewing, editing, and generating engineering/testing documents.
• Develop automated scripts for Linux and Windows for various applications.
• Collaborate in an agile software team and provide test progress reporting.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

Automated testing

Manual testing

Leadership

Linux

Windows

Scripting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Software/CS/CE/EE/Engineering/Math

Tools

Linux

Windows

Job description

Leidos in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Senior Aviation Software Test Engineer to drive automated testing and develop robust test infrastructures for tactical strike, sensors, CUAS, and UAS solutions.

The role focuses on automated testing, test framework development, and integration testing within an agile software team; requires a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience, and US citizenship with ability to obtain DoD clearance.