At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to ensure software reliability and security for national defence missions.
- Company: HII's Mission Technologies division, a leader in national security solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous 401K match, wellness programs, and tuition assistance.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for mentorship and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical national security projects while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant experience; scripting skills preferred.
HII's Mission Technologies division 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 customers of the Minotaur Mission Processor.
The Minotaur Mission Processor 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
- Usability Testing
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.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
- 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.
HII offers 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.
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.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to ***************@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Software Test Engineer, Associate in Maryland employer: HII's Mission Technologies division
HII's Mission Technologies division is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work environment in Columbia, MD, where employees can thrive while contributing to critical national security missions. With a strong focus on employee growth through mentorship, tuition assistance, and a generous benefits package including a 401K match and wellness programs, HII fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Join us to be part of a values-driven organisation that prioritises safety, well-being, and professional development for all team members.
Contact Details:
HII's Mission Technologies division Recruitment Team
