Software Test Automation Engineer Sr - E3

Lockheed Martin; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible schedules

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

Lockheed Martin, based in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Principal Test Engineer to lead system-level testing for the GWS-GSS IPT. You will schedule tests, monitor progress, and report outcomes while shaping test strategies and adapting plans to evolving conditions.

Ideal candidates have a STEM degree with 5+ years of related experience or an advanced degree with fewer years, strong C++ and Python skills, and familiarity with GUI tools and code repositories. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university; 5+ years of related experience, or Master’s with 3+ years, or PhD with 1+ year.
• Experience designing, developing, and executing test plans and procedures for system-level integration testing.
• Experience in C++ development and scripting; familiarity with GUI testing tools.
• Knowledge of Gitlab or Bitbucket for source control and collaboration.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs.

Responsibilities

• Schedule tests for execution and monitor, measure, and report test progress and results.
• Plan, conduct, and coordinate software development activities across the lifecycle.
• Develop software solutions in C++, Python and scripting languages to meet mission needs.
• Ensure software standards are met and document development processes and outputs.

Skills

Test planning

System-level testing

Requirements interpretation

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

PhD

Tools

Eggplant

Gitlab/Bitbucket

Cameo

Java

Python

Job description

What We're Doing

Become a part of something IMPACT-ful! Ground Missile Defense (GMD) is the heart of the Missile Defense System and a key element of our nation’s defense against ballistic missile attacks.

Standard Job Description

What We're Doing

Become a part of something IMPACT-ful! Ground Missile Defense (GMD) is the heart of the Missile Defense System and a key element of our nation’s defense against ballistic missile attacks.

The GMD Weapon System (GWS) processes data from multiple sensors to identify and characterize the inbound ballistic missile threat, plans the best defensive solution, and launches the intercepting missiles to negate the threat.

Who We Are

Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Huntsville, AL is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Why Join Us

• Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
• Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

The Work

The selected Principal Test Engineer responsibilities will include the support of the GWS-GSS IPT. You be responsible for scheduling the tests for execution and then will monitor, measure, control and report on the test progress, the product quality status and the test results, adapting the test plan and compensating as needed to adjust for evolving conditions.

Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and 3 years of related experience, or 1 years of experience with a PhD.

• Design, develop, implement, and execute test plans, integration plans, and procedures to complete system-level integration testing.
• Ability to understand and interpret requirements and test guidance to complete system-level integration testing.
• Experience developing testing criteria to successfully satisfy requirements.
• Experience in C++ development
• Experience using Python and other scripting languages
• Experience using Eggplant or other GUI based toolset
• Experience with Gitlab or Bitbucket
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs.

Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start.

Desired Skills

• Security+ certification
• GMD/MDA Experience
• Java experience/understanding
• Experience using Cameo

Active, in-scope U.S. Government DoD Top Secret clearance

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $98100.00 - $182100.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.