Software Application Test Lead

The Boeing Company; Scott Air Force Base (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company at Scott Air Force Base seeks a Software Application Test Lead to join an agile cross-functional team. The role focuses on software testing service delivery, verification, and decision-making at the program level, with mentorship of mid-level and entry-level testers.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree, an active U.S. Secret Clearance, 5+ years of software testing, 3+ automated testing & scripting, and 3+ years in Agile SDLC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Active U.S. Secret Clearance or higher required.
• 5+ years of software testing experience.
• 3+ automated testing & scripting experience.
• 3+ Agile Software Development Lifecycle experience.

Responsibilities

• Verification & validation of software via automated & manual functional & non-functional testing.
• Test case configuration, creation, maintenance, and execution.
• Defect reporting, triage, and confirmation.
• Test cycle planning, monitoring, and reporting for software releases.
• Internal and external stakeholder communication of software and testing status.
• Lead adoption of continuous improvement initiatives (training, tools, processes).
• Mentorship, training, and support of mid-level & entry-level testers.
• Program test strategy & architecture.

Skills

Software testing

Automation scripting

Agile SDLC

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Tapestry Solutions, A Boeing Company, brings over 30 years of industry experience designing, implementing, training, and supporting high-quality, cost-effective information technology and business intelligence solutions. With a dedicated team of approximately 500 professionals, we proudly serve 75 defense, commercial, and government clients across more than 50 U.S. locations and 9 countries worldwide.

As a trusted partner, our employees embody our core values by consistently delivering excellence, taking full ownership, and developing innovative solutions that enable critical missions and ensure the safety of our global customers and team members. Joining Tapestry Solutions means enjoying the best of both worlds: access to the vast resources of Boeing combined with the agility and people‑focused, family‑oriented culture of a small business where your contributions truly matter.

Software Application Test Lead

working full-time on-site at Scott Air Force Base.

In this position you be responsible for software testing service, completion and decisions at the program level. You will join an agile cross-functional team that supports your skill development and successful software delivery. Our growth does not come from ever increasing virtual extraction via advertisements or screen time or tolls. Rather, our business grows from providing more valuable tools that solve urgent problems for our customers. Customers with critical responsibilities that make the world a little more safe, reliable, efficient, and resilient. This mid-level role offers the chance to sharpen your technical testing and team leadership skills.

Position Responsibilities:

• Verification & validation of software via automated & manual functional & non-functional testing
• Test case configuration, creation, maintenance, and execution
• Defect reporting, triage, and confirmation
• Test cycle planning, monitoring, and reporting for software releases
• Internal and external stakeholder communication of software and testing status
• Lead adoption of continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., training, tools, processes)
• Mentorship, training, and support of mid-level & entry-level testers
• Program test strategy & architecture

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Active U.S. Secret Clearance or higher
• 5+ years of software testing experience
• 3+ Automated testing & scripting experience
• 3+ Agile Software Development Lifecycle experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 5+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 9+ years of directly related work experience OR 13+ years of related, relevant experience
• 10+ years of software testing experience
• 5+ Automated testing & scripting experience
• 5+ Agile Software Development Lifecycle experience
• Completed STEM Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• Software development and DevOps experience
• Technical writing experience

Drug Free Workplace:

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

We strive to deliver a total rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of this package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary base pay range $80,000 - $103,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 26, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.