IV&V Test Engineer

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Education assistance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Torch Technologies, Inc. is seeking an IV&V Software Test Engineer responsible for verification and validation of mission-critical software systems supporting U.S. Army aviation. The role includes developing test plans, executing various test types, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, 5+ years of experience, and an active Secret security clearance. The position is based onsite in Huntsville, Alabama, at Redstone Arsenal.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software test, quality engineering, or IV&V experience.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Experience with manual and automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute software test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Perform functional, integration, regression, and system testing.
• Identify, document, and track defects through resolution.

Skills

Software test and quality engineering

C# and object-oriented software

REST APIs

SQL Server and relational databases

Defect tracking and requirements traceability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Job Overview

IV&V Software Test Engineer – responsible for verification, validation, and quality assurance of mission‑critical software systems that support aviation diagnostics, prognostics, and health monitoring for U.S. Army aviation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute software test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Perform functional, integration, regression, and system testing.
• Verify requirements and maintain traceability.
• Identify, document, and track defects through resolution.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis and support corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts and test environments.
• Perform API, database, and interface testing.
• Analyze test results and generate technical metrics and reports.
• Support software releases, customer test events, and technical reviews.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of software test, quality engineering, or IV&V experience.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Experience developing and executing software test procedures.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycles and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with requirements traceability and defect tracking tools.
• Experience with manual and automated testing.
• Familiarity with C#, object‑oriented software, REST APIs, SQL Server, and relational databases.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Experience supporting aviation, aerospace, or DoW programs.
• Must be able to work on‑site at Redstone Arsenal.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with automated test frameworks and scripting languages.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Jira, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps and secure software development practices.
• Experience with SIL, HIL, integration, and system‑level testing.
• Familiarity with HUMS, condition‑based maintenance, or prognostics systems.
• Knowledge of CMMI, ISO 9001, and software quality processes.
• Experience with cybersecurity and performance testing.
• Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS.
• Understanding of avionics interfaces, embedded systems, and aviation data buses.
• ISTQB, Security+, or related certifications.

Work Schedule & Location

Monday – Friday, 8:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Onsite in Huntsville, Alabama, Redstone Arsenal. Travel required: 0–10%. Relocation assistance: None.

Benefits

• ESOP participation
• 401(k) match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Accounts, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Paid time off and holidays

Legal & EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E‑Verify. Qualified individuals with a disability or a disabled veteran may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [e-mail].