Automation Test Engineer

At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. As a Senior Automation Test Engineer, you will work on large and complex programmes with wide-ranging technologies that tackle some of the biggest national security challenges. We are looking to recruit candidates with a passion for quality, mentoring, and community building.

You will join highly Agile, multi-disciplinary teams working in DevOps practices and tools to deliver high-quality software. You’ll be hands-on in aiding and implementing test strategies with a strong understanding of Modern Testing Principles. You’ll have the chance to work on some of the latest and greatest technologies. Our involvement with all engineering disciplines throughout the SDLC places us in a unique position to support the continued sustainment and development of our sovereign defence capabilities. You’ll be at the forefront of ensuring the capabilities we supply to our national security and defence customers meet the highest quality standards expected from a world-leading organisation.

Responsibilities:

• You will work in multiple environments as part of a collaborative and multi-functional team.
• Deliver Test capability, automated solutions, to support mission-critical solutions.
• Define and execute test activities independently or within a team.
• Identify testing solutions, specifically automated solutions, to reduce software time-to-market.
• Translate business and technical requirements into comprehensive testable scenarios.

We offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedules with every other Friday off. Our benefits include private health care, career development opportunities, and performance bonuses.

We are looking for:

• Solid experience of the SDLC, agile methodologies/principles, and DevOps tools/techniques.
• A proven track record of delivering quality Automated Test solutions in a fast-paced, dynamic engineering environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, analytical, planning, and communication skills, with an aptitude to learn new technologies quickly.
• Self-motivated and able to inspire others in test best practices, focused on quality outcomes.
• Experience with Test Automation tools/frameworks for various application layers, utilizing techniques such as TDD, BDD, CI/CD.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• ISTQB Certification.

Security clearance: Due to the nature of our projects, you must be a UK national for this clearance type. You must already hold the highest level of UK Government security clearance (DV).

Why join us?

• A mission to believe in – Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace.
• A place to belong and thrive – Every voice matters. We support an inclusive community through Employee Resource Groups, partnerships with various organizations, and initiatives that promote diversity and belonging.
• Your career, your way – Shape your career with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities.

Ready to apply? Yes – Submit your application online. We will review your application and contact you. Possibly, I’d like to find out more – Reach out to our team for more information and support. No, I don’t think this role is right for me – We have many opportunities. Contact our team to discuss your career goals. Northrop Grumman is committed to diversity and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.