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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Test Engineer - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Concord, NH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $165,200.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Data Analysis, Bug Tracking Systems, Object-Oriented Software Development, Requirements Traceability, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing - **Published:** August 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3--50-Apple-Hill-Dr--CONCORD-BLDG-Tewksbury-Tb3-300-Concord/Senior-Software-Test-Engineer_01867191 ## About the Role Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance, 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. * Experience in a testing environment, including creating effective test plans, providing meaningful status updates, and guiding technical teams. * Experience in software engineering, validation, verification, requirements analysis, and/or testing. 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. ## Description We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Software Test Engineer to join our Patriot Software Team in Tewksbury, Massachusetts. 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 * 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. * Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with developers, system architects, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless software integration and functionality. * Occasional Off-Hours Testing: Conduct testing during second or third shifts, as needed. ## Related Videos - [Excellent Software Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/87-excellent-software-testing) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [AI Agents & Agentic AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2017-ai-agents-agentic-ai) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) ## 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) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)