Test Software Engineer

Company Description

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

Job Description

The Test Engineer is responsible for providing system-level test expertise through all system-level testing phases.  Testing activities will cover several of our product lines including our CT Explosives Detection Systems (EDS)], handheld chemical detection systems and airport checkpoint lanes.  Typical testing will include requirements analysis, test plan development, test case development, test case execution, test case reporting, and field deployment and support. He/She will provide mentorship to more junior members of the team and enforce testing best practices. The ideal candidate is an accomplished SQA engineer who has a passion for quality, learning new technologies and understands how to achieve company critical objectives.

Job duties to include but are not limited to:

• Work with the program/project managers and functional managers to understand the testing effort by analyzing the requirements of software projects
• Identify test cases, use cases and write and execute test plans in support of those projects.
• Thoroughly document test results.
• Provide, when needed, support to Service and Operations organizations. Support field upgrades as required
• Mentor and support less experienced test engineers
• Team lead approach on project basis and represent test team in technical discussions.
• Support automation goals as needed. Provide detailed flowcharts/requirements to the automation group for automation of identified test-cases
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:  BS or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other relevant discipline.

Years of Experience: 5+ years of experience testing SW with a proven track record of releasing quality software.

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications:

• Strong fundamentals in SQA
• Experience with Version Control Systems (such as SVN and GIT) and Bug tracking systems like JIRA. Test management tools like Testrails.
• Strong hands on experience with Linux/Windows system software.
• Willing to work with CT systems swapping physical parts and testing.
• Proven history of working with teams inside and outside engineering in a collaborative and productive fashion.
• Ability to work independently on tight deadlines in a resource constrained environment
• Experience with software scripting languages (Python) and test software languages (C, and/ or C++) a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Background:                

This position may require Sensitive Security Information (SSI) access and vetting via the TSA. If required, applicant must successfully pass a federal background investigation.
This position may require a U.S. Personal Security Clearance.

SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drug-free workplace. By submitting an application, I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment, to the extent permitted by law.

Additional Information

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportuni