Company Overview
Red 6 is an innovative Augmented Reality (AR) technology startup leading the way in synthetic air combat training. Our primary technology, supporting our ATARS product, enables pilots to simulate the cognitive challenges of flying while accessing realistic, scalable training in dynamic outdoor environments.
Job Summary
Our Software Test Engineering Lead will have the aptitude, ambition, attitude, and solid professional experience to lead our software test team. As a Test Engineering Lead at Red 6, you will direct the design and development of test procedures and corresponding test environments, including the engineering of novel test apparatus. You will ensure the proper execution of verification tests and report test execution status to engineering and product leadership. You will review system requirements, track test metrics, and contribute to evolving the test processes and future testing capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Interface directly with the software development team to quickly understand and react to new incoming functionality by developing corresponding test cases.
- Participate in flight briefs and debriefs to gather and provide valuable feedback on software performance and testing needs.
- Communicate test needs and requirements clearly to engineering teams regarding new functions and enhancements.
- Implement and advocate for industry best practices for software development and testing within the team.
- Lead, mentor, serve, and contribute as a technical resource for the testing team members with the following responsibilities:
- CI/CD testing frameworks and automation
- Regression testing strategies for daily and bi-weekly builds
- Manufacturing software testing for new hardware
- Hardware mocking and unit test development
- Functional and customer-driven flight testing
- Developing innovative ground-based test methods
- Supporting specific hardware assets
Experience, Skills, and Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.
- 6+ years of experience working in a software test lead capacity within the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) for custom hardware in an Agile Scrum environment.
- Software development experience with C++.
- Experience designing and constructing detailed test plans, procedures, and test cases.
- Strong hands-on experience with software test methodologies and tools such as Test Complete, QTP, Selenium, JIRA, Jenkins, or GitLab.
- Deep experience with integration and regression testing.
- Familiarity with white box, black box, and functional testing methods.
- 3+ years of applied experience testing within CI/CD pipelines and processes.
- 2+ years of experience with Linux-based software systems.
- Qualified candidates must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. This requires U.S. Citizenship.
Preferred / Additional Skills
- Python development experience.
- Experience testing web applications.
- Proven ability to construct fully automated test environments.
- Experience working with augmented/virtual reality systems.
- Previous work in a military or defense solutions environment.
- Familiarity with computer vision, 6 DoF tracking technologies, and wearable display systems.
Full-Time Employee Benefits
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision (100% coverage for Employees)
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, paid holidays, and parental leave
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Voluntary Worksite Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity)
Note
Red 6 reserves the right to change its current benefits program at any time, in a manner that is consistent with applicable federal and state regulations.This job description is not a contract and confers no contractual rights, privileges, or benefits on any applicant or potential applicant. Red 6 has the right to change any and all terms of this job description, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits. Nothing in this job description constitutes an offer or guarantee of employment.
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