> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3928449-senior-software-test-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3928449-senior-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). --- # Senior Software Test Engineer - **Company:** BAE Systems - **Location:** Hill Air Force Base, UT, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $107,359.0 - $182,510.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Code Coverage, Computer Engineering, Microsoft Visual Studio, MISRA C (C Programming Language), Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, SonarQube, Scripting, Gitlab, SC Clearance, Information Technology, DO-178B, Devsecops - **Published:** October 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3467375828&tx=YT1818THD&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Software Engineering * Minimum 7 years of related experience (or 5 years with Masters) * Proficient with C (MISRA standards a plus) * Experience with testing tools such as SonarQube, Cybpress, GBD, etc. * Familiar with commercial encryption and signature standards (symmetric and asymmetric encryption) * Familiar with DOORS and MS Visual Studio * Familiar with secure coding standards for software assurance * Familiar with writing test procedures and verification of requirements * Knowledge of GitLab and pipelines * Can effectively communicate issues and test requirements to developers and external stakeholders * Secret Clearance * Ability to obtain Sentinel Program Access Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills * Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) or Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) experience * Strong verbal/written communications skills and peer-to-leader presentations * Ability to work in a dynamic setting that includes variable workloads and shifting priorities * Ability to take initiative and execute tasks with limited day-to-day direction * Experience with any coding or scripting language * Experience with Agile software metrics (e.g., burnup/burndown, velocity, code coverage) * Aerospace Software Standards (DO-178C, ARINC-653, ARINC-661, MISRA C, etc.) * Agile/SAFe/Lean development * Experience with software requirements development * DevSecOps pipelines, tools and techniques operated within a cloud-based environmen ## Description BAE Systems is seeking an individual to fill the role of a Software Test Engineer . You will gain experience in one of the largest government contracts while reviewing software development in every facet of today's best practices. The ideal candidate would provide a mix of software and systems engineering expertise while also understanding software development practices. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Air Force's acquisition of the next-generation Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) System., * Test software product that will enable depoloyment of other software products to warfighter * Ensure safety and potential NSCCA certification * Compliance with zero-fail safety standards and formal safety program reviews * Act as Software Subject Matter Expert to review and define software systems requirements, specification documents, processes, plans, guides, and reports * Coordinate with other teams, agencies, and stakeholders in the development and evaluation of software systems engineering requirements