Software Automated Test Engineer

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)•Leesdale, CA

2d•$74,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Software Automated Test Engineer to be part of our Aviation team and based out of our Point Mugu, CA location. As a Software Automated Test Engineer, you will work with systems and software engineers to develop and implement automated testing solutions for IDT’s Automated Test and Retest (ATRT) software, as well as complex tactical defense systems. This position requires a dynamic individual who can contribute to IDT’s automated test and analysis processes and technologies. IDT is seeking a self-starter, who can communicate effectively and work well in a team environment. This position offers an engineer the opportunity to utilize their knowledge and talents as part of a collaborative team, developing ATRT and applying ATRT technology to create automated test and analysis solutions for tactical weapon systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Math, or related field (or equivalent full-time professional experience).
All applicants must currently possess an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
Ability to travel up to 5% of the time as needed
Experience with software testing, test automation, and test tools
Understanding of test automation design patterns, and software testing principles and methodologies
Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Ability to quickly learn new applications and tools

Nice To Haves

Experience in engineering, software or testing environments. Related internship(s) experience preferred.
Experience with Test Automation or Integration and Test (I&T) of a tactical defense system
Ability to develop software tests for software written in C/C++, Java, JavaScript or Python
Software development skills with C/C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, GIT a plus
Experience with a requirement tracking systems (i.e. DOORS)
Understanding of Agile development methodologies
Proficiency with source code control systems (i.e. GIT, SVN) and bug tracking systems (i.e. Jira, Bugzilla)
Proficiency in a Linux operating environment

Responsibilities

Develop and implement automated testing strategies using automated testing solutions, such as IDT’s ATRT Test Manager
Automate software system operations by understanding customer and program requirements
Design, build and execute end-to-end and regression automation tests for tactical defense systems
Generate status reports for test results and associated issues
Support and enhance the existing testing process by suggesting continuous improvement initiatives
Evaluate and analyze automation metrics
Work with minimal supervision to implement best-in-class solutions
Work closely with software developers to ensure top-notch software quality, reliability and functionality using highly effective test strategies
Collect metrics required to calculate efficiencies and return on investment (ROI) attributable to test automation