Software Test Engineer

Program Summary

K ’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, K  ensures secure, effective, and mission‑ready capabilities worldwide.

Software Test Engineer

As a Software Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing and maintaining software. This position requires experience in Dev Sec Ops , configuration management, and deployment of software systems that use containers and Kubernetes. It will include testing and maintaining a software code base for physics‑based models and simulations. The applicant should be well‑versed in modern software practices and development processes.

• Perform unit tests and bug tracking.
• Develop pipelines and runners.
• Maintain containers and Kubernetes.
• Use configuration management software tools.
• Use software development processes such as Agile.
• Have excellent communication skills and thrive working in a dynamic team environment.
• Support weekly meetings.
• Document results.

• Certified Computer Science or Engineering Degree
• 0‑10 Years’ Experience
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD secret clearance
• Programming experience in Python, C/C++, and Matlab
• Experience with GIT, Git Lab, or Dev Ops (or similar) required
• Linux and Windows software development environments experience
• Experience with air and missile defense systems preferred

Belong, Connect and Grow at K . At K , we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. This commitment informs everything we do and is at the heart of our people‑first philosophy. K  is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.