Junior Software Test Engineer

at  Space Dynamics Laboratory

JOB ID: 22065

As a nonprofit trusted agent of the Government, Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is customer driven, mission focused, and technology enabled. SDL has been solving the technical challenges faced by the military, science community, and industry for more than six decades.
Our expertise is in space and airborne IR, VIS, UV, and RF sensors, small satellite technologies, test and calibration, cybersecurity, data visualization and assurance, and ground stations. SDL is seeking a Software Test Engineer that has demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and executing software test plans and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in a STEM field or equivalent years of related experience (5 years of experience)
• Working knowledge of Linux, Windows
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with team members
• Skill with some of the following: C++, C#, Selenium, CSS, Node.js, Confluence, Jira, Zephyr, BitBucket, VMware/VirtualBox, Jenkins, Visual Studio, SQL, Git
• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
• U.S. Citizenshi

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. in a STEM field
• Experience in testing software, software test automation, and software test documentation
• Experience leading small teams
• Experience in an Agile software development environment
• Experience implementing software test in a CI/CD software development environment
• TS security clearanc

• Develop and continually improve regression and acceptance tests including automated tests
• Test, investigate, and manage defects and discrepancies for software with and without a UI
• Provide test leadership as part of the software development teams
• Continually evaluate and help refine internal and external customer requirements
• Develop test strategies to meet the release schedule for multiple programs
• Assist in directing student employees in the test and independent validation and verification process
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• Develop new test methodologies for emerging technologies

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in a STEM field or equivalent years of related experience (5 years of experience)
• Working knowledge of Linux, Windows
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with team members
• Skill with some of the following: C++, C#, Selenium, CSS, Node.js, Confluence, Jira, Zephyr, BitBucket, VMware/VirtualBox, Jenkins, Visual Studio, SQL, Git
• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
• U.S. Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. in a STEM field
• Experience in testing software, software test automation, and software test documentation
• Experience leading small teams
• Experience in an Agile software development environment
• Experience implementing software test in a CI/CD software development environment
• TS security clearance

SDL Benefits: At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and a fantastic benefits package, including:

• Flexible work schedules that fit your style
• Generous paid leisure and sick leave, ensuring you never miss a special event
• A 14.2% employer retirement contribution into a 401(a) account—no matching required!
• Utah State University undergraduate tuition discounts of 50%, full reimbursement for graduate tuition for most graduate degrees, and free course audits for employees and dependents meeting eligibility requirements
• High-quality, low-cost health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• A great, highly educated team that works together to solve some of the most fascinating problems on (and off) our planet
• We are a growing company that maintains both a family feel and high retention rate with over 90% job satisfaction
• Relocation assistance available for most positions

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.