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# Software & System Test Engineer

- **Company:** Parry Labs
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Bug Management, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Communications Protocols, Distributed Systems, Embedded Software, Network Interface Controllers, Python (Programming Language), Regression Testing, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Test Scripts, Information Technology, Software Version Control
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/345504/senior-test-engineer-alabama-al-huntsville

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical discipline or equivalent relevant experience.\n
 * 4+ years of experience testing embedded software, integrated hardware/software products, distributed systems, or other complex mission systems.\n
 * Experience interpreting and verifying software and system requirements.\n
 * Strong understanding of requirements-based verification, system integration, defect management, configuration control, and regression testing.\n
 * Experience interpreting system architectures, Interface Control Documents, data flows, logs, and communication protocols.\n
 * Ability to develop test scripts or automation using Python, C/C++, or similar technologies.\n
 * Experience with requirements-management, test-management, version-control, and issue-tracking tools.\n
 * Strong technical writing, analytical, troubleshooting, and cross-functional communication skills.\n
 * Ability to work effectively with internal teams, customers, suppliers, and external integration partners.\n
 * U.S. Citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD (Secret/Top Secret/TS-SCI) Security Clearance (if not already acquired).\n



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