Automation Test Engineer

Job Description
The Mid-Level Test Engineer will develop, design, implement, schedule, and execute test plans and procedures. Ensure quality delivery of software, hardware and control systems through testing and peer reviews. Affirm complete understanding and a wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field. Contribute to completion of specific programs and projects. The candidate will be capable of taking on technically challenging problems and applying engineering best practices to produce reliable, well-documented products.

Relocation is not availabile for this position. Selected candidate must reside within the Charleston area or be willing to relocate at their own expense.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor of Science degree
Knowledge of GitHub or Atlassian tools, including Bamboo or Bitbucket.
Experience with SCADA technologies, especially with Aveva frameworks
Experience with using issue tracking software (i.e. JIRA or MS Planner) as part of a team.
Experience with Git or equivalent version control systems
Experience working on multiple OS platforms, including Linux and Windows
Familiarity with different layers of the technology stack, including network, application frameworks, database systems, and vendor solutions.
Experience with TCP/IP network architectures and subnets
Experience interpreting hardware specifications and inspecting compliance on hardware installations
Ability to read technical drawings and confirm configuration in the field installation
Possession of excellent analytical and technical writing skills
Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
4 years of specific experience with automated fuel handling equipment and systems
Experience as a DevOps engineer
Experience with database query languages and database design
Secret security clearance


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $79370 - $134929

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.

Salary : $79,370 - $134,929