Software Test Conductor 3

United Launch Alliance•Centennial, CO

1d•$113,122 - $188,537•Onsite

About The Position

At ULA, as a Software Test Conductor 3 you will plan, coordinate, and execute formal software and system test events, serving as the single point of authority during test execution. This role bridges engineering, integration, and verification teams to ensure tests are run to procedure, results are captured with full traceability, and anomalies are dispositioned in accordance with program requirements. The Test Conductor is responsible for the readiness, conduct, and closeout of assigned test events across development, integration, and acceptance environments supporting flight and ground software systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university
5+ years of software testing experience with formal verification & validation (V&V) processes
Demonstrated experience conducting or directing formal test events to documented procedures
Experience with configuration management practices and tools
Experience in the software/systems development and test lifecycle, including requirements traceability and verification methods
Experience with anomaly/discrepancy reporting and disposition processes
Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting
Strong real-time decision-making, communication, and test-discipline skills in a console or lab environment
Ability to read and interpret requirements, interface specifications, and test documentation
Proficient with Linux/Unix environments
Strong technical document writing skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Flexibility to support various shifts as needed

Nice To Haves

C++ and Python
Experience in commercial aerospace, space systems, or launch vehicle programs
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated test frameworks, and integrated build/test environments
Working knowledge of [program-specific tools, e.g., JIRA, DOORS, Jenkins, GitLab CI, test management suites]
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop, integration lab, or system-of-systems test environments
Familiarity with flight software verification, avionics test, or ground segment test.

Responsibilities

Lead formal acceptance and regression testing in accordance with approved test procedures
Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts and frameworks
Coordinate test activities including personnel, configuration, communications, and prerequisites
Analyze test results, identify anomalies, and troubleshoot issues with engineering teams
Document test results, discrepancies, and resolutions with accuracy and completeness
Coordinate defect resolution and disposition with engineering, quality, and customer representatives
Support Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) verification and validation testing