Role & seniority: Senior Software Test Engineer (GMD Weapon System) — Full-Time, ESOP contractor, onsite in Huntsville, AL

Stack/tools: C++, Python; Eggplant or similar GUI automated testing tools; scripting; version control (GitLab/Bitbucket); automation and integration workflows

Top 3 responsibilities

Schedule, coordinate, and monitor test execution across engineering/product teams
Interpret/validate system requirements and testing guidance; adapt test plans for evolving conditions
Define testing criteria, ensure coverage, and report on progress, product quality, and test results

Must-have skills

U.S. citizenship and active Secret clearance
Bachelor’s in a STEM field with ≥5 years (or Master’s with ≥3 years) relevant experience
Experience in system integration and test plan development/execution
Proficiency in C++ and Python; hands-on with automated GUI testing (Eggplant or similar)
Experience with version control (GitLab/Bitbucket) and ability to adjust test approaches in real-time

Nice-to-haves

Experience on Missile Defense programs
CompTIA Security+; Java experience
Cameo for Model-Based Systems Engineering; active DoD Top Secret clearance (in-scope)
Location & work type: Onsite, Huntsville, AL; full-time contractor with ESOP; 9x80 schedule (every other Friday off)

Full Description

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Senior Software Test Engineer (GMD Weapon System) Full-Time with an ESOP Contractor | Onsite in Huntsville, AL

Schedule: 9x80 (Every Other Friday Off) | Position is off-post, not Redstone Arsenal Software Test Engineer to support the GMD Weapon System (GWS) on the Ground Support Systems (GSS) IPT. You will be responsible for scheduling the tests for execution as well as monitoring, measuring, controlling, and reporting on the test progress, the product quality status, and the test results. Candidates must have the ability to adapt the test plan and compensate as needed to adjust for evolving conditions.

Responsibilities

Schedule and coordinate test execution events across engineering and product teams
Monitor and control test activities, reporting on progress, product quality, and test results
Interpret and validate system requirements and test guidance
Develop and adapt test plans and integration procedures to meet evolving technical conditions
Define testing criteria to ensure comprehensive coverage of requirements
Utilize automated testing tools, scripting, and version control systems to support integration workflows

Qualifications

U. S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law

Active Secret Clearance required
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field from an accredited institution and 5+ years of relevant experience or Master’s degree and 3+ years of experience
Experience developing and executing system integration and test plans
Proficiency in C++ and scripting languages such as Python
Hands-on experience with Eggplant or other GUI-based automated testing tools
Familiarity with version control systems including GitLab or Bitbucket
Ability to modify test approaches to respond to real-time changes in system behavior or schedule

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working on Missile Defense programs
CompTIA Security+ certification
Java experience/understanding
Experience using Cameo for Model based systems engineering
Active, in-scope U.S. Government DoD Top Secret clearance
Full-Time position with an employee-owned (ESOP) company that offers a comprehensive benefits package with excellent medical and dental insurance program, 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, tuition and training reimbursement, and an incentive compensation program. Estimated Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 (This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc).