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Software Test Engineer (QA Analyst)

AV
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
Worker Type

Regular

Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Software Tester / QA Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products by developing and executing test plans, identifying defects, and collaborating closely with development teams. You will help drive continuous improvement in our development processes and contribute to the delivery of high-quality solutions.

Position Responsibilities

  • Analyze software requirements and technical specifications to develop comprehensive test plans and test cases.
  • Execute manual and automated tests to verify functionality, performance, and security.
  • Identify, document, and track software defects using tracking tools.
  • Collaborate closely with software engineers to reproduce issues, discuss solutions, and verify fixes.
  • Perform regression, system, integration, and acceptance testing on new and existing code.
  • Assist in maintaining and improving test automation frameworks (if applicable).
  • Generate and communicate detailed test results, status reports, and quality metrics to stakeholders.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives and help foster a culture of quality within the engineering team.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
  • 5 years of related experience.
  • Familiarity with software testing methodologies and defect tracking systems.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
  • Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
  • An active TS/SCI with polygraph

Salary Range: $83,500 - $208,750

The AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

This is a pipeline requisition posted in advance of approved headcount for future hiring needs.

Note: Our team is always interested in speaking with exceptional candidates though please note this is a Pipeline posting with more of an eye towards our future needs rather than necessarily being an immediate hire. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR

  • 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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Salary : $83,500 - $208,750

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