Senior Principal Test Automation Engineer

3 weeks ago

Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States Northrop Grumman Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Principal Test Automation Engineer to join our team at Northrop Grumman Mission Systems. As a key member of our test team, you will be responsible for developing automated tests based on standard tools to improve defect avoidance, test throughput, and customer confidence.

The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing test automation for all levels of testing, including unit, system integration, functional, and regression on a variety of platforms. You will work closely with product managers, developers, and quality assurance teams to ensure requirements are clearly understood and translated into test scenarios.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts using Playwright, with a focus on JavaScript/TypeScript.
  • Execute testing across the entire PLM environment/s, including COTS software, configured COTS software, and full custom software including multiple integrations and middleware.
  • Analyze test results, and report defects. Ensure all defects are clearly documented and communicated to the development team.
  • Ensure KPI dashboards are updated, provide testing status, generate reports, track metrics, and create test closure reports.
  • Leverage Siemens Teamcenter experience to ensure effective testing of PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems and their integrations with other applications.

Requirements

  • Ten (10) years of relevant experience with Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Mathematics (STEM); Eight (8) years with Masters; Six (6) years with PhD.
  • Hands-on experience in building and maintaining test automation frameworks using Selenium / Playwright, preferably with a focus on web-based applications.
  • Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript for test scripting and automation tasks.
  • Solid experience working with Siemens Teamcenter, particularly in testing or configuring its modules.
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) for managing automation code and collaboration with other team members.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certification: ISTQB Test automation Engineering level certified or Agile Test Certified Professional (ICP-ATA)
  • Experience in PLM Systems: Knowledge of PLM systems, especially in manufacturing or aerospace industries.
  • CI/CD Experience: Familiarity with integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Cross-Browser Testing: Experience with cross-browser testing and handling challenges in browser automation.
  • Agile Methodology: Familiarity with Agile development practices and working in an Agile environment.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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