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Jr. Software Test Engineer

Sanmina Huntsville, Alabama, United States

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Posted Sep 30, 2025Apply by Oct 23, 2025

Role & seniority: Embedded Software Test Engineer; mid-level (2–5 years of software testing experience).

Stack/tools: embedded software testing; test procedures; system integration/verification; documentation of test results; familiarity with Cisco Call Manager and military communication equipment; potential exposure to CMMI-DEV Maturity Level 3 practices; CompTIA Security+ certification preferred.

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Plan, create, and execute software test cases for embedded systems.

  • Perform system integration, verification, and validation activities; maintain test documentation.

  • Collaborate with development teams to resolve issues across the software lifecycle.

Must-have skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

  • 2–5 years of software testing experience, including embedded software.

  • Ability to write test procedures in a requirements-driven process; document results; support debugging.

  • Eligible to obtain CompTIA Security+ certification.

Nice-to-haves

  • System or network administrator experience.

  • Experience with military communication equipment.

  • Experience in a CMMI-DEV Level 3 environment.

  • Cisco network experience including Call Manager.

  • Location & work type: Huntsville, Alabama; on-site, full-time (DoD program requirements).

Full Description

Requisition ID: 91717-0

At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field.

Our heritage dates to 1961, as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments – Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services. It’s SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve.

At this time, SCI is recruiting highly qualified candidates whose background and career goals meet our needs for the following position in Huntsville, AL. Please note that due to Department of Defense contract requirements, U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED.

Position: Embedded Software Test Engineer

Job Description

Perform software testing tasks of a technical nature including but not limited to writing test procedures, testing of engineering products as well as working as part of a multi- disciplined engineering project team.

Analyze and write test approaches and procedures. Maintain documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software. Consult with development engineers in resolution of problems.

Nature Of Duties

Responsible for planning, creation, and execution of software test cases Perform system integration, verification, and validation activities Document test results Work closely with the development teams and contribute in every aspect of software lifecycle

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline required 2 - 5 years’ software testing experience including testing in embedded software systems System or network administrator experience preferred Skilled in writing test procedures in a requirements’ driven process. Experience with military communication equipment is desired Experience in at least a CMMI-DEV Maturity Level 3 organization is preferred Cisco network experience including Call Manager preferred Must have or be able to obtain CompTIA Security+ certification

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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Software TestingEmbedded SoftwareTest ProceduresDocumentationSystem IntegrationVerificationValidationDebuggingProblem ResolutionMilitary Communication EquipmentCMMI-DEVCisco NetworkingCompTIA Security+multi-location

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