Test Automation Engineer (Hybrid)

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San Diego, CA, USA
Hybrid
133K-226K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Automates software testing, develops test plans and procedures, verifies requirements, and supports stakeholder validation, system integration, and operational deployment. Leads testing and integration for complex software projects in an Agile environment, coordinates with technical teams, provides technical solutions, and communicates technical approaches and decisions. The role also supports customer meetings and applies modern software development and systems engineering practices.
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Ready to make a difference? Our employees design, integrate, and test the world's next generation communication and electronic warfare systems for the United States DoD and international customers. You will be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.
BAE Systems is seeking a test automation engineer with at least 8 years of engineering experience to work on a multi-disciplinary team in an Agile, fast-paced development environment. Assigned tasks may include the Automation of Tests, development of Test Plans, Test Procedures, integration and requirement sell-off. The Test Engineer will coordinate with the Technical Team to accomplish program tasks, provide technical solutions, and support system integration on the program.
The ideal candidate will have experience leading the testing and integration of complex and large software development projects. This position requires support of customer meetings and operational system deployment and support activities.
Because of the need for intermittent in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform a portion of work onsite, this position will be considered hybrid. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility as well as remotely, when applicable.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Must hold an active Secret clearance
  • At least 6 to 8 years experience with software integration and test processes for software development programs
  • Experience with requirements verification and stakeholder validation for software transition to OPS
  • Motivated individual with strong problem-solving abilities
  • The ability to engage constructively with peers and technical leads to communicate the technical approach, trade-offs, and technical decisions
  • Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Understanding and application of modern software development and systems engineering practices, design principles, techniques, and technologies
  • Highly motivated and able to work well in both team and solo settings
  • Knowledge of open, standards-based architectures, interfaces and geospatial data

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Excellent team player who is willing to contribute in any capacity
  • Able to deliver in agile sprint cycles
  • Ability to innovate, evaluate and research new technologies while staying abreast of industry trends
  • Full Life-Cycle Systems Engineering Development experience
  • Experience with issue tracking systems such as JIRA or GitLab
  • Experience with Test Automation Tools such as Playwright
  • Experience using Cameo or MagicDraw for MBSE development
  • Good planning and organizational skills

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035
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 Electronic Systems
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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.

Skills Required

  • Active Secret security clearance
  • 6 to 8 years of experience with software integration and test processes for software development programs
  • Experience with requirements verification and stakeholder validation for software transition to operations
  • Strong problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to communicate technical approaches, trade-offs, and decisions with peers and technical leads
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Understanding and application of modern software development and systems engineering practices, design principles, techniques, and technologies
  • Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
  • Knowledge of open, standards-based architectures, interfaces, and geospatial data
  • Ability to contribute across team responsibilities
  • Ability to deliver work in Agile sprint cycles
  • Ability to research and evaluate new technologies and stay current with industry trends
  • Full life-cycle systems engineering development experience
  • Experience with JIRA or GitLab
  • Experience with test automation tools such as Playwright
  • Experience using Cameo or MagicDraw for model-based systems engineering development
  • Good planning and organizational skills

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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