Embedded Software Test Engineer

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, AL is seeking an Embedded Software Test Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team working on missile defense systems. You will support testing and validation of embedded platforms, develop automation frameworks, and contribute to the full software test lifecycle from planning through post-test analysis.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in software testing, strong Python skills, experience with test automation, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Jira, and HW/SW

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technical discipline.
• 8+ years in software testing, or 6+ years with MS.
• Active secret security clearance.
• Experience testing embedded systems and HW/SW platforms.
• Strong Python scripting, debugging, and automation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support testing and validation activities for embedded systems.
• Develop and maintain automation frameworks and test scripts.
• Collaborate with software, systems, and hardware engineers to ensure quality.
• Contribute to post-test analysis and reporting throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Python scripting

Debugging

Automation testing

Test framework development

Troubleshooting embedded systems

Regression testing

Jira usage

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering

MS degree in related field

Tools

Wireshark

Jira

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking a talentedEmbedded Software Test Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team within a matrixed organization to create unique solutions for complex problems, specifically regarding missile defense systems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

The Embedded Software Test Engineer will support testing and validation activities for embedded systems within complex technical environments. The ideal candidate willpossessextensive software testing and automation experience, with a strong background in Python scripting, debugging, and test framework development. This role requires the ability to troubleshoot across embedded software, networking, hardware interfaces, and automated test environments while supporting the full software test lifecycle from planning through post-test analysis and reporting. The Senior Software Test Engineer will collaborate closely with software developers, systems engineers, hardware engineers, and program stakeholders to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of embedded system applications and integrated platforms.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of experiencein software testing, integration, and verification of embedded systems or 6+ years with MS degree.
• Currently holds an active secret security clearance
• Experience testing embedded systems and integrated hardware/software platforms.
• Experience with software automation testing and automated test environments.
• Strong Python scripting and debugging skills.
• Experience developing andmaintainingautomation frameworks.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex test data.
• Experience mapping requirements to test scenarios, procedures, and verification activities.
• Experience developing andmaintainingRequirements Traceability Matrices (RTMs).
• Experiencevalidatinginterfaces between software, firmware, and hardware components.
• Experience supporting regression testing and performance testing activities.
• Experience with network analysis and troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark.
• Experience using Jira for defect tracking, task management, andSAFeworkflow support.
• Experience inintegrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience generating andmaintainingsoftware test documentation including STPs, STDs, and STRs.
• Experience performing unit testing, integration testing, regression testing, performance testing, and formal testing activities.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across embedded software, networking, hardware integration, and automation systems.
• Experience conducting post-test analysis and documenting results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Develop,maintain, and execute automated and manual test procedures for embedded software applications and integrated systems.
• Support test and integration activities by developing, executing, and debugging Python-based automated test scripts to enhance test coverage, efficiency, and automation capabilities.
• Design and implement automation frameworks and test harnesses to improve testing efficiency and coverage for embedded systems.
• Perform testing within simulated environments, HWIL, andSIL test environments.
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, system testing, regression testing, performance testing, and formal qualification testing of embedded systems.
• Validate interfaces between software, firmware, and hardware components to ensure proper system integration and functionality.
• Conduct post analysis ofcomplex test data,identifytrends, isolate root causes, and generate detailed findings, reports, and recommendations.
• Generate,maintain, and update software test documentation including:
  • Software Test Plans (STP)
  • Software Test Descriptions (STD)
  • Software Test Reports (STR)
• Map system and software requirements to test scenarios, test procedures, and verification activities to ensure full requirements traceability and coverage.
• Develop andmaintainRequirements Traceability Matrices (RTMs) to support verification and validation activities.
• Utilize tools such as Wireshark to troubleshoot network traffic, protocol behavior, and embedded system communications.
• Implement and support CI/CD automated build and deployment pipeline integration efforts to enable automated testing within development workflows.
• Use Jira to track defects, manage test activities, document issues, and supportSAFedevelopment workflows.
• Participate in requirements reviews to ensure testability and traceability of embedded system and software requirements.
• Support test planning activities, estimate testing effort, andassistwith test scheduling and resource planning.
• Supporttechnical reviews, milestone reviews, customer demonstrations, and presentations including:
  • Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs)
  • TestReview Boards (TRBs)
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to resolve technical issues and improve product quality.

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Pay Range:

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.