Software Test Engineer - Multiple Levels - 26412
Date: Dec 19, 2025
Location: Columbia, MD, Maryland, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 26412
Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $63,292.00 - $154,090.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
Job Description
Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking highly motivated Software Test Engineers to join our team. The role operates in a hybrid work environment in our Columbia, MD location and supports critical national security missions.
The software test team is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security and meeting the requirements for customer of the Minotaur Mission Processor.
The Minotaur Mission Processor (or Minotaur Mission System/Suite) is a cutting-edge, government-owned mission management software suite and system architecture. Its core function is to integrate and fuse multiple sensor and data sources—including radar, cameras, and communications equipment—to create a single, common operating picture (COP).
The Software Test Engineer will execute responsibilities across the software development life cycle such as:
- Test Planning
- Writing Test Cases
- Automation Scripting
- Test Data Management
- Test Execution
- Bug Reporting
- Regression Testing
- Userability Testing
Why Mission Technologies?
- Competitive Salary
- Generous 401K Match Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Floating Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Wellness Programs
- Student Loan Repayment
- Mentorship and Coaching
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Collaborative and supportive work environment that promotes a healthy climate
We are hiring across multiple levels with a range of professional experience. Below are the salary ranges:
- Senior Software Test Engineer : $111,494 - $175,204
- Software Engineer : $76,897 - $120,838
- Software Test Engineer, Associate: $63,292 - $154,090
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Devise and apply testing procedures for both HII’s Minotaur product and from outside vendors.
- Review software requirements and prepare test scenarios.
- Participate in design reviews and provide input on requirements, product design, and potential problems.
- Test creation, development, execution, and closure.
- Analyze test results on database impacts, errors or bugs, and usability.
- Perform moderately complex analysis and troubleshooting.
- Design of both manual and automated test procedures.
- Prepare reports on all aspects related to software testing carried out and reporting to the design team.
- Support system integration events on various aircraft during ground/flight tests.
- Potential to fly on aircraft to support system integration, test, and operator training
- Willing to travel between 10-20% of the time.
- Application of the principles, practices, and procedures used in test engineering.
Minimum Qualifications
Senior Software Test Engineer (Software Quality Engineer 3): 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
Software Test Engineer (Software Quality Engineer 2): 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
Software Test Engineer, Associate (Software Quality Engineer 1): 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
Technical Skills and Additional Requirements:
- Bachelors Degree in Software, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience working within a Linux environment
- Scripting experience in Python, Bash or a related language
- Ability to obtain and maintain a US level Secret clearance
Preferred Requirements
- An active US level Secret clearance or higher
Physical Requirements
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.