> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2043922-naviation-software-test-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2043922-naviation-software-test-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # nAviation Software Test Engineer - **Company:** Nabout Leidos - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $69,550.0 - $125,725.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Word, Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Outlook, C Sharp (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Software Quality, Computer Engineering, Linux, Embedded Software, Human-Computer Interaction, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Object-Oriented Software Development, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Engineering, Test Management, User Interface Testing, Scripting, Information Technology, Virtual Agents - **Published:** August 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/305536/aviation-software-test-engineer-alabama-al-huntsville ## About the Role * At least a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent technical degree with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.\n * 2+ years of relevant technical experience. \n * Recent experience with software development and/or writing software test scripts using one of the following Object-Oriented Programming languages: C#, Python, or Java.\n * Experience in both manual and automated test tools and techniques.\n * Aptitude for the technical skills required for software test, configuration management, and software quality engineering concepts. \n * Experience developing test methods and procedures for software products using scripting and/or compiled languages. \n * Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.\n * Analytical and process improvement skills along with a personal drive for details and quality workmanship. \n * Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). \n * Good communication skills.\n * US citizenship required, with ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.\n, * Experience writing user interface (UI) tests with automated UI testing technologies. \n * Experience writing software in compliance with applicable industry safety and cyber standards (MIL-STD-882E, DISA STIGs).\n * Candidate is expected to accept constructive feedback from more senior software team members. \n * The ability to work across multiple products under development by multiple small teams.\n * Experience with Agentic AI coding tools.\n * Experience with designing and implementing software solutions for embedded systems and applications.\n * Proficiency with Xray Test Management for Jira to develop, execute, and report on test cases for embedded software systems.\n ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [JavaScript? No. Java Scripts! - Scripting with Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2094-javascript-no-java-scripts-scripting-with-java) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [The Avengers Initiative (Practical Ethics for Software Engineers)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2070-the-avengers-initiative-practical-ethics-for-software-engineers) - [Intermediate Bitcoin Script](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/25-intermediate-bitcoin-script) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)