Software Test Engineer, Associate (Engineer Software Quality 1) - 29972

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401K match program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Floating holidays

Parental Leave

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Wellness Programs

Student Loan Repayment

Mentorship and Coaching

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, located in Columbia, MD, seeks a Software Test Engineer, Associate to join our team. The role focuses on testing Minotaur mission software and coordinating with external vendors to ensure reliability and security.

The candidate will work in a Linux environment, write and review test cases, and may travel up to 20% for system integration on aircraft. Initiatives include test automation, data management, and regression testing to meet mission requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in software/engineering and Linux experience.
• Scripting experience with Python or Bash.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Devise and apply testing procedures for Minotaur product and external vendors.
• Review software requirements and prepare test scenarios.
• Participate in design reviews and provide input on requirements and design.
• Test creation, development, execution, and closure.
• Analyze test results for database impacts, errors, and usability.
• Design manual and automated test procedures.
• Prepare reports on testing and report to the design team.
• Support system integration events on aircraft during ground/flight tests.
• Willing to travel 10-20%.

Skills

Linux

Python Bash Scripting

US Secret Clearance

Test Engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Software/Computer/Electrical Engineering

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition Number: 29972

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $63,292.00 - $95,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: College

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies

Role

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a highly motivated Software Test Engineer, Associate to join our team. The role operates in our Columbia, MD location and supports critical national security missions.

The software test team is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security and meeting the requirements for customer of the Minotaur Mission Processor.

The Minotaur Mission Processor (or Minotaur Mission System/Suite) is a cutting-edge, government-owned mission management software suite and system architecture. Its core function is to integrate and fuse multiple sensor and data sources—including radar, cameras, and communications equipment—to create a single, common operating picture (COP).

The Software Test Engineer will execute responsibilities across the software development life cycle such as:

• Test Planning
• Writing Test Cases
• Automation Scripting
• Test Data Management
• Test Execution
• Bug Reporting
• Regression Testing
• Userability Testing

Why Mission Technologies?

• Competitive Salary
• Generous 401K Match Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Floating Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Wellness Programs
• Student Loan Repayment
• Mentorship and Coaching
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Collaborative and supportive work environment that promotes a healthy climate

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Devise and apply testing procedures for both HII’s Minotaur product and from outside vendors.
• Review software requirements and prepare test scenarios.
• Participate in design reviews and provide input on requirements, product design, and potential problems.
• Test creation, development, execution, and closure.
• Analyze test results on database impacts, errors or bugs, and usability.
• Perform moderately complex analysis and troubleshooting.
• Design of both manual and automated test procedures.
• Prepare reports on all aspects related to software testing carried out and reporting to the design team.
• Support system integration events on various aircraft during ground/flight tests.
• Potential to fly on aircraft to support system integration, test, and operator training
• Willing to travel between 10-20% of the time.
• Application of the principles, practices, and procedures used in test engineering.

Minimum Qualifications

0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.

Technical Skills And Additional Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Software, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience working within a Linux environment
• Scripting experience in Python, Bash or a related language
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US level Secret clearance

Preferred Requirements

• An active US level Secret clearance

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class.

Find the role that’s right for you. We look forward to meeting you.

HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

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