Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.

At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn't restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.

We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Test Engineer to join our growing team as a Mission Software Component Integration Test Engineer. Our team is responsible for integrating and verifying the Mission Software for the next generation missile warning/missile tracking satellite constellation. As a software tester you will be directly responsible for designing, implementing, and executing test plans to identify issues, bugs, and defects before product release and manage test tasks and milestones across multiple functional areas. The products you verify will not only go to space, but they will also be a part of shaping the future of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. As a member of the larger, Centralized Software and Artificial Intelligence organization you will also have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects and products across the Sierra Space Enterprise along with an incredible community of software professionals. We are truly One Team, with One Dream. Come make history with us

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases for software component integration.

Collaborate with development teams to review and analyze software design descriptions, ICDs, and requirements.

Develop test descriptions and test software and participate their peer reviews.

Prioritize and plan testing activities in a fast-paced environment.

Perform software test trade studies for test management tools, Continuous Integration Test techniques and methodologies, etc.

Monitor and implement continuous team improvements.

Engage in the execution of developmental tests and formal verification tests.

Analyze test results, generate test reports, and manage issue definitions, investigations, and closures.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.

Manage the defect lifecycle from discovery to resolution, working with developers to reproduce issues and verify fixes.

Implement automated testing tools and frameworks to optimize the testing and verification processes.

Contribute towards the development, peer review, and management of test plans, test harnesses, test cases, test scripts, test procedures, and test reports for various software components.

Conduct root cause analysis on defects and recommend improvements to prevent recurrence.

Report bugs and errors to development teams and provide insightful feedback to assist in decision-making processes.

Liaise with internal stakeholders when necessary to clarify requirements or discuss testing strategies.

Ensure that software standards are met and that all test artifacts adhere to Sierra Space standards.

Stay up to date with new testing tools and strategies, incorporating best practices into the testing cycle.

About You

Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream - to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly - to join us on this transformational journey.

We're looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision, and aud cious goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or other related discipline and typically 6 or more years of relevant... For full info follow application link.

At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower