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Sentinel Software Test Engineer/ Principal Software Test Engineer - 17786*

at Northrop Grumman

📍 United States-Utah-Roy Unknown 💰 $79K – $118K USD / year Posted March 13, 2026
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Position Details

Salary $79K – $118K USD / year
Type Full-Time
Experience mid
Exp. Years 2+ years
Education Bachelor's in relevant field of study or 4 years of related experience
Category QA & Testing

About this role

This role involves developing and executing test plans for defense software systems, ensuring functionality and reliability through manual and automated testing methods.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute test cases
  • Perform data analysis
  • Prepare test reports
  • Support verification activities
  • Interface with developers and engineers

Technical Overview

Focuses on software testing within defense systems, requiring experience with test planning, data analysis, and verification activities, supporting the Sentinel Program.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a mid-level software test engineer with at least 2 years of experience in automated and manual testing, holding an active DoD Secret clearance. They should have strong skills in test planning, execution, and data analysis, with experience supporting defense systems.

Must-Have Skills

Active DoD Secret clearanceSoftware testingTest planningTest executionData analysis

Nice-to-Have Skills

Automated test developmentVerification & Validation experienceTest report writingTest equipment support

Tools & Platforms

Test equipmentSoftware test labs

Required Skills

Software Test EngineerTest PlanningVerification & ValidationAutomated TestingManual TestingTest ReportsData AnalysisSoftware DevelopmentRegression TestingSecret clearance

Hard Skills

Automated TestingManual TestingTest PlanningTest ReportingVerification & ValidationTest Equipment DesignData AnalysisSoftware DevelopmentSoftware RequirementsRegression Testing

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationProblem-solvingAttention to DetailAnalytical Thinking

Certifications

Required

Active DoD Secret clearance

Industry & Role

Industry Defense
Job Function Software testing and verification for defense systems

Clearance & Visa

Clearance Required Secret

Keywords for Your Resume

Software Test EngineerTest PlanningTest ExecutionVerification & ValidationAutomated TestingManual TestingTest ReportsData AnalysisSoftware DevelopmentSoftware RequirementsRegression TestingDoD Secret clearanceSoftware Test LabsTest EquipmentVerificationValidationSecret clearance

Deal Breakers

Lack of active Secret clearance, No experience with defense or aerospace software testing, Unwillingness to relocate to Roy, Utah

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