Software Test Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026. Smiths Group scores B on the Alion truth index.
Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place.
Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defense, and urban security.
Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centers, with a global network of 3,500 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.
This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.
The Test Engineer is responsible for providing system-level test expertise throughout all phases of system testing. Testing activities will support multiple product lines, including CT Explosives Detection Systems (EDS), handheld chemical detection systems, and airport checkpoint lane solutions. Responsibilities include requirements analysis, test strategy and test plan development, manual and automated test case design, test execution, defect tracking, test reporting, and field deployment support. The role will also involve identifying opportunities to reduce manual testing efforts and implementing automated solutions for regression, integration, and system-level testing. The engineer will mentor junior team members, promote testing best practices, and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is an accomplished Software Quality Assurance (SQA) professional with a strong commitment to quality, a passion for learning new technologies, and experience with test automation tools, scripting languages, and automated testing frameworks. The candidate should be capable of delivering reliable, business-critical solutions while helping the organization achieve its quality and operational objectives.
Responsibilities
Essential functions:
- Work with the program/project managers and functional managers to understand the testing effort by analyzing the requirements of software projects
- Identify test cases, use cases and write and execute test plans in support of those projects.
- Thoroughly document test results.
- Provide, when needed, support for Service and Operations organizations. Support field upgrades as required
- Mentor and support less experienced test engineers
- Team lead approach on project basis and represent test team in technical discussions.
- Support automation goals as needed. Provide detailed flowcharts/requirements to the automation group for automation of identified test-cases
- Understand our infrastructure and the inefficiencies of current processes and figure out ways to automate them.
- Propose, develop requirements, prototype and execute new implementations in collaboration with other software engineers and architects.
- Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application.
- Incorporate feedback submitted by other software engineers on the server/switch/router configurations.
- Implement regression frameworks and tools.
- Collaborate with various programming and test groups to execute standard software activities including design, development, test and documentation.
- Effectively communicate coding activities and findings in oral and written formats
- Ensure adherence to test processes, standards, and safety protocols in the lab/floor.
Education and Experience
Required/Preferred: Strong fundamentals in SQA.
- Experience with Version Control Systems (such as SVN and GIT) and Bug tracking systems like JIRA. Test management tools like Testrails
- Strong hands-on experience with Linux/Windows system software.
- Willing to work with CT systems swapping physical parts, pushing bags and software testing.
- Proven history of working with teams inside and outside engineering in a collaborative and productive fashion.
- Ability to work independently on tight deadlines in a resource constrained environment
- Knowledge of software scripting languages (Python) and test software languages (C, and/ or C++) a plus.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Willing to travel in the field to support development and customers
Years of Experience:
5+ years of experience testing SW with a proven track record of releasing quality SW.
Education Level:
BS or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other relevant discipline.
Additional Qualifications:
Must be 18 years or older
Available on-site in Edgewood Maryland Smiths Detection Facility.
Must be willing to take a drug test as part of the selection process
Must be willing to submit to and cooperate with a background investigation (corporate and/ or government) as part of the selection process, and continued employment is dependent upon maintaining a current approved (“passed”) background investigation
We offer…
Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.
Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.
The total compensation for this position ranges from $147,061 - $176,473/yr (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, & abilities of the applicant and the alignment with the internal team & market data). This role offers a competitive Business Profit Plan. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental & vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; and other benefits. For details, please visit the Rewards & Benefits tab on our main careers page at Careers | Smiths Detection.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected] or call toll-free 877-703-1029. This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Smiths Detection participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment based solely on their skills, experience, and ability to perform the job. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We value professionalism, integrity, and respect in our workplace, and we strive to maintain an environment where every employee can contribute effectively to our mission.
At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment based solely on their skills, experience, and ability to perform the job. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We value professionalism, integrity, and respect in our workplace, and we strive to maintain an environment where every employee can contribute effectively to our mission.
At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website.