Junior Software Test Engineer chez IERUS Technologies, Inc.

IERUS specializes in electromagnetic spectrum technologies and design for RF, IR, and optical applications. IERUS also supports customers with a diverse set of competencies including software development, air and missile defense, and systems engineering. IERUS develops value for our defense and commercial customers through accelerations of the technology life cycle: identifying, creating, transitioning, and producing technologies with integrity of purpose and product.

IERUS is looking for bright, talented, motivated, and dedicated employees in the engineering field, and offers competitive compensation and benefits package. To learn more, please visit

Description:

This is an opportunity to join the IERUS team as a Software Engineer supporting a large Missile Defense Agency program.

This Software Test Engineering position requires participation in the integration and test of complex mission application software within a DoD program. Responsibilities include requirements review and assessment, test procedure and automated test development, test implementation and troubleshooting, and test data review in order to validate complex software engineering solutions. Responsible for frequent use, and application of software engineering standards and techniques, including Object Oriented Design and Agile development techniques. Will work in a highly collaborative environment with frequent and direct interaction with peers and occasional customer interactions.

Experience with C/C++, Python, Linux OS, and Object-Oriented design is preferred. Strong ability to perform on a small highly skilled team in a dynamic environment. The preferred candidate must work under general supervision, multi-task, adapt to change, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Experience with algorithm/object-oriented development is also desirable. Occasional odd and/or extended hours may be required to meet program milestones.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct software test planning, perform functional software testing, automated software testing, system administration, or technical analysis;
• Analyze requirements and work with subject matter experts to identify functional and/or performance test cases;
• Evaluate test results and provide feedback to team members and project stakeholders;
• Learn new tools independently;
• Identify opportunities for improvement in current processes and implement new processes;
• Deliver strong communication skills (written & verbal); ability to work collaboratively in a team environment;
• Participate in an Agile development team;
• Create testing environments;
• Create and manage test documentation;
• Identify test gaps/risks and propose tests to fill gaps;
• Create schedules for testing and test completion.


Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or equivalent combination and experience and 5+ years of prior relevant experience;

• Must be a U.S. Citizen;
• Active Secret clearance
• 1+ years of professional engineering experience;
• Experience supporting the development of flight vehicle architectures;
• Experience designing and documenting applications test plans;
• Coordinate execution of SW unit, integration, and performance tests to verify system operation;
• Demonstrated experience designing test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.

Required Skills:

• Develop test plans and procedures for software testing, including integration/execution, detailed data analysis, and preparation of software test reports.
• Programming background in C/C++ and Python;
• Experience with Git, GitLab, and Jenkins;
• Experience with Docker;
• Knowledge of embedded systems architectures and test experience using embedded systems;
• Experience working in an Agile environment, Agile Development/Agile Process Experience;
• Demonstrated experience developing or specifying standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality or release readiness;
• Demonstrated experience regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members;
• Demonstrated experience using automated testing tools.

Location: Huntsville, AL

IERUS Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

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