Senior AI QA/Testing

Employer description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are reimagining how we operate and deliver values to our customers using AI. It is an exciting time to join and help us shape our future. We are looking for an experienced QA/Test Specialist to help us build the next generation of AI enabled web and mobile agentic applications. You will work with a small team of bright and experienced application developers to push the boundaries of web and mobile technologies. The selected candidate will have a broad knowledge of testing and QA methodologies and will efficiently work with software developers, business analysts, customers, and management to ensure high-quality, bug-free software releases.

What You’ll Be Doing

Work with product owners/managers and software engineers to establish clear acceptance criteria and validate requirementsSupport all levels of testing: unit, integration, system, acceptance, performance/load, and automated regression testsWrite and apply automated test suites to internally developed applications to ensure proper operation and free from defectArchitect, build, and maintain scalable automated testing frameworksOversee the bug lifecycle, conduct root-cause analysis, and advocate for quality standards before product releasesRecommend improvements to current software development processes to improve end-to-end quality of softwareGenerate test data and quality metrics for applicationsCreate testing guides for user acceptance testing and perform demos as needed
What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for the IT Test Specialist III:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field5 years of experience in IT Testing/Quality Assurance2 or more years of end-to-end software testing experience with a variety of browsers and platforms: Chrome, IE, Firefox, Safari, iOS.2 or more years of REST API testing experiencesExperience with test automation frameworks such as: Playwright, Selenium, Cucumber, Protractor JS, Nightwatch JS, etc.Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, HTTP requests, and basic SQL for backend validation.Excellent troubleshooting abilities and a proactive approach to mitigating software bugsExperience with Agile development processAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET clearanceIn addition to the above, the minimum requirements for an IT Test Specialist IV include:

Master’s degree in computer science or related field1 or more years of experience testing workflowsPerform business workflow analysis and recommend quality improvementsHow You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

Experience with AI tools- Claude CodeExperience with DevOps, Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure)User Interface design and testingMobile and Responsive Design testingExperience with Atlassian tool suite (JIRA, Bitbucket, Confluence)Have an intuition for finding gaps in requirements as well as vulnerabilities in software and systems.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$33.92 - $62.04

Pay Basis: Hourly

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

Operate StrategicallyLead Change   Engage with Impact   Foster Innovation   Deliver Results  

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include:

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [email protected] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.