Software Test Engineer

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field.

Our heritage dates to 1961, as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments – Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services. It’s SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve.

At this time, SCI is recruiting highly qualified candidates whose background and career goals meet our needs for the following position in Huntsville, AL.

Position Title: Software QA Test Engineer

Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated engineer interested in improving a battle-tested, field-proven tactical communication system. The candidate must be highly organized, deadline-oriented, and able to succeed in a fast-paced development engineering environment with frequently changing priorities. We are looking for a software tester who has experience with system administration and/or networking to broaden our test focus in an ever-changing environment.

What You'll Do

Test Planning & Execution: Review requirements and take responsibility for the planning, creation, and execution of software test cases. Perform system integration, verification, and validation activities.

Defect Tracking & Lifecycle Support: Run tests, identify and analyze defects, document test results, and classify performance issues. Work closely with development teams across all aspects of the software lifecycle, tracking defects to closure.

Specification Review & Process Improvement: Review project specifications, recommend effective changes, and continuously improve processes as appropriate to streamline efficiency.

Customer & Operations Coordination: Follow up with customers to ensure their requests are addressed, resolve schedule conflicts to coordinate meetings, improve front-end order entry and program close-out activities, and monitor time charging on specific programs.

What You'll Bring

• Education: Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant field.
• Testing Experience: Minimum of 2 years of software test experience required, demonstrating solid foundational test knowledge.
• Technical Background: Systems or network administrator experience.
• Software Tools: Strong working knowledge of MS Office products.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

How to Stand Out

Experience with test automation frameworks and scripts.

Experience working directly with tactical communications equipment or military networking setups.

Background in network troubleshooting, packet analysis, or server configuration within high-reliability systems.

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.