Entry-Level Simulation Software Test Engineer

Boeing•Oklahoma City, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Company is seeking Entry-Level Simulation Software Test Engineers to join the B-52J CERP Simulation Software team in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This role supports the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization. The B-52J CERP program involves upgrading the B-52 with modern engines, avionics, and support equipment. The CERP Simulation Software team is responsible for enhancing the existing B-52 simulation software to support the simulation of new engine system components. These simulations are used to test flight software and hardware in a laboratory environment. The selected candidate will join an experienced team, with many colleagues to consult with and learn from. The role involves supporting the creation of test procedures using existing design documentation and primarily conducting laboratory tests of the simulation software on target hardware. Testing can be performed in the lab at a test station, remotely from the engineer’s desk, or in some circumstances, from home. The standard work schedule is 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, on site. Flexible shift options, including evenings, weekends, and remote work on an as-needed basis, are available to accommodate team needs, personal needs, and laboratory equipment availability.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited program in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
Ability to follow detailed software test procedures with high accuracy
Basic familiarity with software testing concepts and software/hardware systems
Comfortable reading and understanding software design documents
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word for status reporting and test documentation
Strong attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools and processes
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience writing software test procedures
1+ years of experience performing laboratory software test
1+ years of experience with Agile software development methodologies and software development lifecycle
1+ years of experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), C++, Git, GitLab, Bitbucket, and/or VSCode

Responsibilities

Assists with the design, development, and completion of test and verification of software products to ensure quality, reliability, and functionality.
Contributes to partnering with stakeholders to review and identify software requirements, test objectives, test strategies, and testability.
Participates in the design of test plans, cases, and scenarios to meet software requirements and specifications.
Assists with the set up and configuration of test environments, including hardware, software, and network configurations to replicate production environments.
Assists with executing test cases and scenarios to verify functionality, performance, and safety of software systems, identifying and reporting defects, issues, and potential vulnerabilities found during testing processes.
Contributes to providing test results and feedback on software design and functionality to resolve defects, issues, and potential vulnerabilities.
Gathers information, documents, and maintains test plans, procedures, cases, artifacts, metrics, and data in accordance with data privacy and security protocols and standards.
Supports maintaining automated test scripts and frameworks to improve efficiency and effectiveness of testing processes.
Assists with software project management functions across test and verification activities involving multi-functional teams.