Principal Software Validation Test Engineer
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Job Description
Date Posted:
Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
MA133: Tewksbury Ma Bldg 3 Concord 50 Apple Hill Drive Concord - Building 3 Tewksbury MA 01876 USAPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen U.S. Person or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance:
DoD Clearance: SecretAt Raytheon the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows threat. Our team solves tough meaningful problems that create a safer more secure world.
We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Principal Software Validation Test Engineer to drive testing initiatives and mentor fellow engineers within our Patriot Software Team in Tewksbury this role you will not only design implement and execute tests but also take on critical leadership responsibilities such as test planning guiding the team and reporting on progress. You will collaborate closely with software developers system architects and product leads to ensure our solutions align with customer requirements. As part of the development team for the worlds leading air defense system Patriot you will help drive software advancements for new system capabilities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment where your contributions will directly influence the global success of our products.
What You Will Do
Lead Test Efforts: Oversee and guide testing activities across projects ensuring quality and efficiency.
Create Test Plans: Develop comprehensive test plans that outline strategies objectives and timelines for successful testing.
Mentor and Guide: Support junior engineers by sharing expertise providing training and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with developers system architects and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless software integration and functionality.
Provide Status Updates: Regularly communicate progress issues and risks to stakeholders and leadership.
Review Software Requirements: Analyze and verify software requirements for clarity completeness and testability.
Write Test Objectives: Define clear and concise test objectives that guide the testing process and ensure thorough coverage.
Design and Execute Test Cases: Create innovative test cases (manual and automated) and execute them rigorously in our on-site lab.
Data Analysis: Analyze test results identify discrepancies and provide clear documentation and recommendations for improvement.
Occasional Off-Hours Testing: Conduct testing during second or third shifts as needed.
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a bachelors degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of experience.
- Leadership experience in a testing environment including creating effective test plans providing meaningful status updates and guiding technical teams.
- Experience in software engineering validation verification requirements analysis and/or testing.
- The ability to obtain and maintain an interim secret U.S. security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Expertise in creating detailed test plans and leading test efforts for complex projects.
- Knowledge of software testing methodologies (functional integration regression performance etc.) and best practices.
- Proficiency with bug tracking and test management tools.
- Proficiency with DOORS (Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System) or similar requirements traceability tools.
- Experience applying principles of Earned Value Management
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and address technical issues effectively.
What We Offer
Our values drive our actions behaviors and performance with a vision for a safer more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety Trust Respect Accountability Collaboration and Innovation.
Relocation Eligible Relocation assistance available
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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees as they are essential to the development of our products.
This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS) an agency of the Department of Defense handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: salary range for this role is 101000 USD - 203000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role function and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience location education/training and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including but not limited to medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability 401(k) match flexible spending accounts flexible work schedules employee assistance program Employee Scholar Program parental leave paid time off and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including but not limited to individual performance business unit performance and/or the companys performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.
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