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# Senior Test Engineer

- **Company:** 4M Research, Inc.
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Software Suite, Automation of Tests, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Capability Maturity Model Integration, Linux, Software Engineering, Test Execution Engine, Strategies of Testing, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9f230e6619235134

## About the Role

* Test Engineer 4: 9 Years with Bachelors in Science in an Engineering field; 7 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD.
 * Test Engineer 5: 14 Years with Bachelors or; 12 Years with Masters or; 9 Years with PhD
 * Ability to devise test objectives, organization test policies, test strategies and test plans.
 * Ability to estimate the testing to be done and acquire necessary resources.
 * Ability to schedule tests for execution and monitor, measure, control and report on test progress, product quality status, and test results, adapting the test plan and compensating as needed to adjust to evolving conditions.
 * Collaborate with other stakeholders.
 * Capability to learn quickly as IBCS is a very complex software suite.
 * Good teamwork skills and able to work independently on various tasks.
 * Experience with UNIX, Linux and Windows operating systems C++, JAVA.
 * Active DOD Secret Clearance., * Experience testing SW and systems for performance and functionality based on requirement specification and ability to identify and document exact sequence of activities desired.
 * Experience with Agile methodology.
 * Experience in a test lead role.
 * Experience in a CMMI Level 5 organization.
 * Experience with automated testing.
 * Must be able to work in a technical team environment characterized by frequently changing tasks, new priorities and quick responses.

Required Degree and Experience:

 * BS STEM degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Math or other related discipline.
 * Years of experience will determine grade level.

## Description

4M is currently looking for a Senior Level Test Engineer in Huntsville, AL in support of the IBCS program., * Perform test planning, monitoring and test execution activities for IBCS software.


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