Software Tester

NANA Regional Corporation•Huntsville, AL

37d•Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Software Tester to join our team developing high-fidelity Virtual Maintenance Trainers (VMTs), part-task trainers, and immersive simulation systems. You'll work closely with our QA team and developers to validate functionality, usability, and overall system performance across multiple training platforms. Your work directly contributes to mission readiness and the effectiveness of our training solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
1-3 years of experience in software testing or quality assurance
Familiarity with QA methodologies, metrics, tools, and processes
Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
Ability to author clear, concise, and thorough test plans and test cases
Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Word, and Excel
Ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced Agile team
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
US citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Experience testing simulation, VR/AR, or game-based training systems
Background in defense, aerospace, or technical training environments
Understanding of DevOps or CI/CD pipelines (a plus)
Familiarity with test automation frameworks (a plus, but not required)

Responsibilities

Defines, performs, analyzes, and interprets tests for products and product components.
Develops and applies testing procedures.
Devises and maintains quality control and reliability standards.
Provides technical support to other engineering departments.
Ensures testing procedures meet industry standards.
Ensures accurate record of measurement data.
Performs work under direct supervision.
Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
Execute comprehensive test plans for VMTs, simulators, and part-task training software.
Write and manage acceptance tests aligned with functional and user requirements.
Collaborate closely with QA leads, developers, and instructional designers to validate system behavior and catch defects early.
Document and track bugs, issues, and test results in Jira.
Contribute to system documentation and knowledge bases using Confluence.
Create and maintain test cases, test scripts, and user validation scenarios.
Provide clear, actionable feedback and participate in product reviews and sprint planning.
Ensure every release meets performance and usability standards across a wide range of use cases.