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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Test Engineer - Kinetic Effects - **Company:** Leidos, Inc. - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $87,100.0 - $157,450.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Capability Maturity Model Integration, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Human-Computer Interaction, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Software Maintenance, Ruby, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Modeling Language, Systems Integration, Test Execution Engine, Strategies of Testing, User Interface Testing, SC Clearance, Containerization, Integration Tests, Information Technology, DO-178B, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9083237/software-test-engineer-kinetic-effects ## About the Role * Candidate must possess at least a bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent technical degree with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher. * Candidate should have 4+ years of relevant technical experience with BS degree or 2+ with MS degree. * Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one. * Proven experience performing software test on complex, multi-disciplinary projects. * Have a proven track record implementing an automated software testing solution. * Automated testing experience on embedded systems is a plus. * Candidate must demonstrate ability in software development in either C#/.NET, C, C++, Java, Python, or Ruby programming languages. * Great communication skills with ability to present to senior leadership and government customers. Preferred Qualifications * Experience writing user interface (UI) tests with automated UI testing technologies. * Experience with applicable industry standards (IEEE 12207, CMMI, MIL-STD-882e, DO-178C and/or DO-278, RMF). * The ability to work across multiple products under development by multiple small teams. * Knowledge of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) principles and application * Experience with containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and microservices technology. * Knowledge of guidance & control algorithms, navigation systems, mission planning systems (NOMS, JMPS), and sensors a huge plus. * Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML. * Proficiency with testing MATLAB/Simulink generated code is a plus. * Understanding of hardware-software integration and software systems engineering principles * Agile Scrum Master experience a plus. ## Description This position focuses on automated testing, development of robust, innovative software test infrastructures and frameworks, integration testing, informal manual testing, formal software qualification testing, fielding and support, and maintenance of software products. Software products range from analysis tools/simulations, mission planning software, and components of mission-critical systems., * Involves direct participation as an integral team member who performs key roles with respect to test planning, test strategy and design, test execution, software engineering processes, and recommendations on product quality. * Involves reviewing, editing, and generating various documents used for engineering and testing purposes per industry standards. * Involves learning from more senior test engineers while also mentoring less experienced test engineers. * Involves communication with software developers and other team members on a frequent basis. ## Related Videos - [Coffee with Developers: David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/875-coffee-with-developers-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Coroutine explained yet again 60 years later](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/690-coroutine-explained-yet-again-60-years-later) - [Code to Road in < 12 hours](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1082-code-to-road-in-12-hours) - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [Fireside Chat with Werner Vogels, VP & CTO, Amazon.com & Daniel Gebler, CTO at Picnic](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1405-fireside-chat-with-werner-vogels-vp-cto-amazon-com-daniel-gebler-cto-at-picnic) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)