M&S Test Engineer

Description

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Leidos’ Defense Systems Land Systems is seeking a Software Engineer to join our team…with the ability and experience to work missile defense projects within the BMD Simulations and Analysis Portfolio. As a Software Developer, you’ll directly support The Agile Software Development in achieving specific program objectives in support of our nation’s defense. In this role, you will also develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Also, analyze user needs and develop software solutions for our customer. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, be a strong team player, and can establish solid working relationships with peers and technical staff members within the program.

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Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Primary Responsibilities

Developing and executing software test procedures to verify requirements/features

Creating and configuring complex test scenarios

Developing software test documentation

Collaborating with Stakeholders and Government customers for requirement verification

Working within an Agile team environment, to include Program Increment Planning, Iteration Planning,

Feature and Story development, Sprint Planning, and Iteration Retrospectives

Participating in demos for the team and program Sprint reviews

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Software Engineering or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited institution plus 4-8 years of demonstrated performance in the design, development, and testing of real-time software applications and simulations or Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited institution plus 2-6 years of demonstrated performance in the design, development, and testing of real-time software applications and simulations.

Experience with GitLab/Git

Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux OS

Knowledge of Agile methodologies, such as the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), and application of the Agile methodologies within a technical/engineering environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create and deliver presentations

Must be a US citizen, possess and maintain an active secret clearance

Must be a resident of the North Alabama area and provide onsite support

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with test automation or analysis automation preferred

Agile Scrum Experience

Experience with Java and user interfaces

Experience with Jira - issue tracking and agile project management, or similar tool

Multi-core and multi-threaded programming

Familiarity with MDA Sensors and/or missile defense systems

Familiarity with modeling and simulation tools

Understanding of systems engineering concepts (not required to be a systems engineer)

Original Posting:May 21, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.