Software Developer - Test

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Software Developer Engineer in Test to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy logistics program. Accuracy, integrity, willingness to learn, and the ability to work well independently and with others are important traits we expect the successful candidate to possess and demonstrate.
As a Software Developer Engineer in Test, you will be responsible for:

• Creating, maintaining, improving, and integrating automated tests into the software at every layer, including unit, integration and end-to-end.
• Mentoring software developers and analysts on test automation to improve overall Quality Assurance practices.
• Contributing to the design, development, test, and modifications of high-quality software.
• Maintaining as well as modernizing legacy software into a cloud environment using GitOps and Continuous Delivery.
• Evaluating and understanding complex interfaces and architecture.
• Communicating and collaborating effectively with internal and external developers and stakeholders.
• Developing technical documentation for knowledge sharing and maintenance guides.

About BAE Systems and the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP)
Our organization has supported the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) continually since the program's inception in the 1950s. SSP developed the first sea-based, underwater-launched Strategic Weapon System (SWS), a defense system that is truly critical to our national security. For more than six decades, SSP has maintained and upgraded this weapon system and we have been there every step of the way. The sea-based SWS is the ultimate stealthy weapon system and is the first leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. With over 70% of our nation's nuclear arsenal its importance to maintaining world peace cannot be overstated. The development of Columbia, the most advanced nuclear-powered, nuclear-armed submarine ever designed, as well the next D5LE2 weapon system is under way and will begin to be rolled out over the next decade. The Navy projects this system to be operational through 2084, meaning the program will have a total life span of more than 120 years. This is a unique program and BAE Systems employees on this program understand they are part of an important legacy.
As a decades long sole source partner on multiple contracts on behalf of our customer, our program has remarkable stability and is concurrently experiencing significant growth. Combined, these factors provide ample opportunity for professional growth and development for capable and talented individuals on our team.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc.
BAE Systems plc provides some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace, and security solutions. As one of the top ten defense contractors, we employ a skilled workforce of around 100,000 people in more than 40 countries. We develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to protect national security and keep people safe.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Education and years of related/relevant work experience required: Bachelor's degree, and at least four years of related work experience, preferred. Will also consider, associate's degree and at least six years of related/relevant work experience or high school diploma and at least 8 years of related/relevant work experience.
Additional skills/experience required:

• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse work teams
• Experience with .NET Framework and/or .NET Core using C# and TypeScript
• Experience with unit, Application Programming Interface (API), and/or end-to-end (E2E) automated testing
• Understanding of trunk-based development using git

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Strong testing mindset
• Experience with Playwright (or other E2E testing tools)
• Experience with Postman (or other API testing tools)
• Experience implementing test automation
• Experience creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in Azure Dev Ops or GitLab
• Knowledge of agile methodologies using Azure Dev Ops, GitLab, or Jira
• Working knowledge of Oracle and/or Postgres databases
• IAT Level II cybersecurity certification (i.e., Security+)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.