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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Test Engineer, Associate (Engineer Software Quality 1) - 29972 - **Company:** Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. - **Location:** Columbia, MD, United States - **Salary:** $63,292.0 - $95,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Adobe InDesign, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Software Quality, Cyber Security, Databases, Computer Engineering, Linux, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Regression Testing, Reverse Engineering, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Test Case, Test Execution Engine, Scripting, SC Clearance, Bug Reporting, Data Management, Cyber Warfare - **Published:** November 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_huntingtoningalls10-29972 ## About the Role 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience. Technical Skills and Additional Requirements: + Bachelors Degree in Software, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline + Demonstrated experience working within a Linux environment + Scripting experience in Python, Bash or a related language + Ability to obtain and maintain a US level Secret clearance Preferred Requirements + An active US level Secret clearance Physical Requirements May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. ## Description This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes-regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: + Know & Grow Your People - Commit to learning and supporting team success. + Build Relationships - Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. + Take Ownership - Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. + Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve. + Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. + Act with Urgency - Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies., The role operates in our Columbia, MD location and supports critical national security missions. The software test team is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security and meeting the requirements for customer of the Minotaur Mission Processor. The Minotaur Mission Processor (or Minotaur Mission System/Suite) is a cutting-edge, government-owned mission management software suite and system architecture. Its core function is to integrate and fuse multiple sensor and data sources-including radar, cameras, and communications equipment-to create a single, common operating picture (COP). The Software Test Engineer will execute responsibilities across the software development life cycle such as: + Test Planning + Writing Test Cases + Automation Scripting + Test Data Management + Test Execution + Bug Reporting + Regression Testing + Userability Testing Why Mission Technologies?, + Devise and apply testing procedures for both HII's Minotaur product and from outside vendors. + Review software requirements and prepare test scenarios. + Participate in design reviews and provide input on requirements, product design, and potential problems. + Test creation, development, execution, and closure. + Analyze test results on database impacts, errors or bugs, and usability. + Perform moderately complex analysis and troubleshooting. + Design of both manual and automated test procedures. + Prepare reports on all aspects related to software testing carried out and reporting to the design team. + Support system integration events on various aircraft during ground/flight tests. + Potential to fly on aircraft to support system integration, test, and operator training + Willing to travel between 10-20% of the time. + Application of the principles, practices, and procedures used in test engineering.