Software Test Analyst (SME2)

Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) offers an array of opportunities for career development, including the Team Lead Academy, education reimbursement, personalized mentoring, and company-sponsored networking events. We foster an inclusive environment that values diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences, ensuring dignity and respect for all employees, clients, and partners. Our comprehensive benefits package supports your well-being with wellness programs, paid holidays, generous time off, and employee perks. Join our dynamic team of 10 companies united in the mission to explore from the Moon to Mars and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Conduct formal and informal white-box (unit-level) and black-box (integration-level) software testing in support of the MSFC Space Systems Division.
• Verify software functionality in accordance with established formal software requirements.
• Prepare test documentation, support test readiness and anomaly reviews, and engage with Software Readiness Boards to facilitate formal software product releases.
• Evaluate test data, correlate results with expected outcomes, and investigate anomalies.
• Develop and execute test procedures, including pre-test configuration (e.g., instrumentation, data acquisition, software loading/configuration) and post-test tasks (e.g., data archiving and analysis) within a simulated environment.
• Develop scripting tools for test automation, product release, and regression testing using languages such as Python.
• Write and maintain technical documentation including test plans, test procedures, and formal verification reports.
• Review program/project documentation and provide feedback from a software testing perspective; walk test documentation through external review processes.
• Actively participate in meetings and discussions to support testing tasks as the project architecture evolves and the program progresses through various phases, reviews, and schedule milestones.

Requirements

• Degree in Software from an ABET-accredited school preferred; other engineering degrees considered with hands-on software test experience.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have a STAR ID.
• Minimum experience requirements: Ph.D. with 19+ years, MS with 23+ years, or BS with 25+ years.
• Ability to read and comprehend software written in C, C++, or Python, including interfaces such as MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet, TCP/IP, and RS-422.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python) for test automation, product release, and regression testing.
• Experience with Agile or other software development methodologies.
• Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles and practices.
• Understanding of UML (Unified Modeling Language) for software design representation.
• Experience with requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS or DOORS Next Generation (DNG).
• Experience with GitHub or similar repository tools.
• Familiarity with software development toolsets; experience with the Atlassian suite (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) is a plus.
• Proficiency with data reduction and manipulation tools.
• Strong ability to write and maintain technical documentation.
• Solid understanding of systems and software engineering processes, including Agile practices and object-oriented development methodologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).

Work Environment

• Office environment requiring clear, concise, accurate, and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%).
• Professional interaction with co-workers, management, and clients (100%).
• Domestic travel within the USA (5%).
• Extended periods working at a computer (100%).

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods in meetings (10%) and at a desk performing engineering tasks (80%).
• Ability to use stairs or elevators to access multiple floors and buildings (10%).
• Operation of general office equipment (e.g., computer, telephone, fax, copier, calculator) (100%).

Schedule

• Normal workday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and support technical demands.
• Regular attendance is essential; adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.

Other Essential Functions

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make rational decisions (100%).
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and not impose a safety risk.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.

Pay

Compensation range or hourly rate for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate. Actual compensation may vary based on job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. This role is classified as SME2.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.