Software Validation Test Lead

We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Software Validation Test Lead to spearhead testing initiatives and mentor fellow engineers within our Patriot Software Team in Tewksbury, Massachusetts. In this role, you will not only design, implement, and execute tests, but also take on critical leadership responsibilities such as test planning, guiding the team, leading improvements, and reporting on progress. You will collaborate closely with software developers, system architects, and product leads to ensure our solutions align with customer requirements. Patriot is the world's pre-eminent air defense system, and we are currently developing software in support of new system capabilities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your contributions will directly influence the global success of our products. What You Will Do

• Lead Test Efforts: Guide testing activities for a functional area, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Create Test Plans: Contribute to comprehensive test plans that outline strategies, objectives, and timelines for successful testing.
• Mentor and Guide: Support junior engineers by sharing expertise, providing training, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with developers, system architects, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless software integration and functionality.
• Provide Status Updates: Regularly communicate progress, issues, and risks to stakeholders and leadership.
• Review Software Requirements: Analyze and verify software requirements for clarity, completeness, and testability.
• Write Test Objectives: Define clear and concise test objectives that guide the testing process and ensure thorough coverage.
• Design and Execute Test Cases: Create innovative test cases (manual and automated) and execute them rigorously in our on-site lab.
• Data Analysis: Analyze test results, identify discrepancies, and provide clear documentation and recommendations for improvement.
• Occasional Off-Hours Testing: Conduct testing during second or third shifts, as needed.

Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, * Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of experience.

• Proven leadership experience in a testing environment, including creating effective test plans, providing meaningful status updates, and guiding technical teams.
• Extensive experience in software engineering, validation, verification, requirements analysis, and/or testing.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an interim secret U.S. security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Familiarity with Patriot software and Patriot-specific processes and tools.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies (functional, integration, regression, performance, etc.) and best practices.
• Demonstrated expertise in creating detailed test plans and leading test efforts for complex projects.
• Proficiency with bug tracking and test management tools.
• Proficiency with DOORS (Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System) or similar requirements traceability tools.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and address technical issues effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to lead, mentor, and report to diverse audiences.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this to read the Policy and Terms

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