Aviation Software Test Engineer - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Aviation Software Test Engineer - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos' Defense Group as an Aviation Software Test Engineer
Leidos is transforming global defense with innovative solutions in tactical strike, sensors, CUAS, and UAS technologies. We're seeking a skilled Aviation Software Test Engineer to join our Kinetic Effects Business Area in Huntsville, AL. This onsite role offers the chance to build robust test infrastructures for mission-critical software, from analysis tools to mission planning systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive test planning, strategy, and execution as a core team member.
- Develop innovative automated scripts in Linux using C++, Python, or Java.
- Perform integration, manual, formal qualification testing, and field support.
- Contribute to agile sprints with progress reporting and process improvements.
- Ensure product quality through detailed analysis and documentation.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent (GPA 3.0+).
- 4-8 years experience in software testing/development.
- Proficiency in OOP languages and test automation tools.
- Knowledge of Windows/Linux; strong analytical skills.
- U.S. Citizen; able to obtain Secret Clearance.
Preferred Skills
- UI automation experience; safety/cyber standards (MIL-STD-882E, DISA STIGs).
- Agentic AI tools; active DoD Clearance.
- Adaptability across multi-team products.
Leidos empowers diverse talent in a people-oriented culture focused on technical excellence and ethics. Relocate to Huntsville for cutting-edge defense work. Original posting: January 26, 2026. Apply now to outthink and outpace the status quo.
Locations
- Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Salary
87,100 - 157,450 USD / yearly
87,100 - 157,450 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- C++intermediate
- Pythonintermediate
- Javaintermediate
- Automated Testingintermediate
- Linux Scriptingintermediate
- Software Test Frameworksintermediate
- Agile Methodologiesintermediate
- UI Testingintermediate
- Configuration Managementintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (GPA 3.0+) (experience)
- 4-8 years relevant technical experience (experience)
- Experience with OOP languages (C++, Python, Java) (experience)
- Manual and automated test tools proficiency (experience)
- Windows and Linux OS knowledge (experience)
- U.S. Citizen eligible for Secret Clearance (experience)
Responsibilities
- Develop automated test scripts in Linux for diverse applications
- Participate in test planning, strategy, design, and execution
- Review and generate engineering/test documentation per standards
- Collaborate in agile teams for tasking and progress reporting
- Conduct integration, qualification, and field support testing for mission-critical aviation software
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary $87,100 - $157,450
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- general: Flexible work environment with onsite Huntsville opportunities
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Aviation Software Test Engineer - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Aviation Software Test Engineer - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos' Defense Group as an Aviation Software Test Engineer
Leidos is transforming global defense with innovative solutions in tactical strike, sensors, CUAS, and UAS technologies. We're seeking a skilled Aviation Software Test Engineer to join our Kinetic Effects Business Area in Huntsville, AL. This onsite role offers the chance to build robust test infrastructures for mission-critical software, from analysis tools to mission planning systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive test planning, strategy, and execution as a core team member.
- Develop innovative automated scripts in Linux using C++, Python, or Java.
- Perform integration, manual, formal qualification testing, and field support.
- Contribute to agile sprints with progress reporting and process improvements.
- Ensure product quality through detailed analysis and documentation.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent (GPA 3.0+).
- 4-8 years experience in software testing/development.
- Proficiency in OOP languages and test automation tools.
- Knowledge of Windows/Linux; strong analytical skills.
- U.S. Citizen; able to obtain Secret Clearance.
Preferred Skills
- UI automation experience; safety/cyber standards (MIL-STD-882E, DISA STIGs).
- Agentic AI tools; active DoD Clearance.
- Adaptability across multi-team products.
Leidos empowers diverse talent in a people-oriented culture focused on technical excellence and ethics. Relocate to Huntsville for cutting-edge defense work. Original posting: January 26, 2026. Apply now to outthink and outpace the status quo.
Locations
- Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Salary
87,100 - 157,450 USD / yearly
87,100 - 157,450 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- C++intermediate
- Pythonintermediate
- Javaintermediate
- Automated Testingintermediate
- Linux Scriptingintermediate
- Software Test Frameworksintermediate
- Agile Methodologiesintermediate
- UI Testingintermediate
- Configuration Managementintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (GPA 3.0+) (experience)
- 4-8 years relevant technical experience (experience)
- Experience with OOP languages (C++, Python, Java) (experience)
- Manual and automated test tools proficiency (experience)
- Windows and Linux OS knowledge (experience)
- U.S. Citizen eligible for Secret Clearance (experience)
Responsibilities
- Develop automated test scripts in Linux for diverse applications
- Participate in test planning, strategy, design, and execution
- Review and generate engineering/test documentation per standards
- Collaborate in agile teams for tasking and progress reporting
- Conduct integration, qualification, and field support testing for mission-critical aviation software
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary $87,100 - $157,450
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- general: Flexible work environment with onsite Huntsville opportunities
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Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Aviation Software Test Engineer - Careers at Leidos @ Leidos.
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