Lead Application Test Engineer

ELEVATE AVIATION GROUP LLC•Plano, TX

About The Position

Elevate Aviation Group is seeking a Lead Application Test Engineer to join our technology team in a role that blends strategic quality leadership with hands-on testing execution. This position is ideal for an experienced QA professional who wants to shape testing strategy while actively building automation frameworks in a fast-paced aviation technology environment. You'll work directly with our engineering teams to establish robust testing standards for our software and mobile applications, while simultaneously mentoring team members and driving continuous improvement in our quality practices. As both a testing strategist and active contributor, you'll have the opportunity to see the immediate impact of your automation work on application reliability and user experience. This role offers a rare combination of technical leadership and execution, perfect for someone who wants to be more than a checkbox tester—you'll be a quality architect, technical mentor, and critical partner in delivering software that keeps our software running smoothly.

Requirements

Proven expertise testing both web applications and native/hybrid mobile apps (iOS and Android)
Strong knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and sprint-based development cycles
Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies
Proficiency with bug tracking tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar)
Experience with API testing and understanding of RESTful services
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of experience in software testing with at least 3 years in a lead or senior capacity

Nice To Haves

Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, CircleCI)
Coding/scripting skills in languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner)
Knowledge of accessibility testing standards (WCAG)
ISTQB certification or similar quality assurance certifications
Experience in aviation, transportation, or regulated industries

Responsibilities

Lead Testing Strategy & Execution
Design and implement comprehensive test strategies for web and mobile applications across iOS and Android platforms
Develop and maintain automated test frameworks to improve efficiency and coverage
Execute functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing
Identify, document, and track defects through resolution, ensuring clear communication with development teams
Establish quality metrics and KPIs to measure application health and testing effectiveness
Drive Quality Standards
Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and testing documentation
Define and enforce testing best practices, standards, and processes across the organization
Conduct thorough release testing and sign-off procedures for production deployments
Perform exploratory testing to uncover edge cases and usability issues
Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to integrate quality early in the development lifecycle
Technical Leadership
Evaluate and implement testing tools and technologies (Selenium, Appium, JUnit, TestNG, etc.)
Lead API testing efforts using tools like Postman, REST Assured, or similar
Oversee performance and load testing to ensure application scalability
Champion continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Product Managers to understand requirements and acceptance criteria
Work closely with developers to reproduce issues and validate fixes
Communicate testing progress, risks, and quality concerns to stakeholders
Participate in sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives in an Agile environment