Junior Software Test Engineer – Contract-to-Hire (Defense)

System One; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

System One in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Jr. Software Test Engineer (Contract-to-Hire) to help test and validate defense/tactical software used on mission-critical tools.

The role focuses on creating test plans, performing automated and manual testing, and collaborating with developers to ensure quality across complex projects. A BS with 3.0+ GPA and 2+ years of experience are preferred; an Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with 3.0+ GPA.
• 2+ years of relevant technical experience with a BS.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain.
• Hands-on software testing on complex projects.
• Experience with test automation.
• Programming in one or more: C#/.NET, C, C++, Java, Python, or Ruby.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute test plans, strategies, and cases.
• Perform automated testing and support test framework.
• Assist with integration testing and some manual testing.
• Review, edit, and create engineering/test documentation.
• Work closely with software developers and cross-functional team members.
• Support formal qualification testing and maintenance as needed.

Skills

Test automation

Software testing

C#/.NET

C/C++

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 3.0 GPA

Job description

System One in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Jr. Software Test Engineer (Contract-to-Hire) to help test and validate defense/tactical software used on mission-critical tools.

The role focuses on creating test plans, performing automated and manual testing, and collaborating with developers to ensure quality across complex projects. A BS with 3.0+ GPA and 2+ years of experience are preferred; an Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one is required.