Senior Systems Integration – Test Engineer

Leidos

. Lead verification, validation, and qualification of advanced systems for the SkyLine-X KN-2 program .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $107,900 - $195,050 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in system integration, verification, and validation of complex systems, particularly within the Air Traffic Management domain. Proficient in automation solutions, scripting, and technical leadership to enhance engineering efficiency and support customer engagement.

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System Integration TestingLinux/Unix AdministrationPython ScriptingTest Automation FrameworksTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

System VerificationValidation ActivitiesAutomation SolutionsRoot Cause AnalysisTest Case DevelopmentContainerizationCI/CD PipelinesNetwork TroubleshootingDistributed Systems TestingMicroservices Architecture

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsMentoring Skills

Tools & Technologies

SeleniumJIRAAtlassian Tool SuiteDockerPodmanSquishPyTestRobot FrameworkClaude CodeSimulation Frameworks

Industry Keywords

Air Traffic ManagementSafety-Critical SystemsNextGen Air Traffic ControlModel-Based Systems EngineeringVerification Cross Reference Matrices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerLinuxMicroservicesPythonSeleniumShell ScriptingUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead verification, validation, and qualification of advanced systems for the SkyLine-X KN-2 program
Integrate, configure, and validate SkyLine-X KN-2 capabilities in physical and virtual integration laboratories
Execute system integration, verification, and validation activities within the National Airspace System
Support customer demonstrations, verification events, customer acceptance testing, and run-for-record events
Collaborate with software, systems engineering, networking, and infrastructure teams to troubleshoot complex system-level issues
Analyze test results, identify root causes, and provide technical documentation supporting issue resolution
Support deployment and integration at customer operational facilities, including Air Traffic Control Towers
Execute system interface testing and validate internal and external communications
Coordinate integration with customer personnel and cross-functional Leidos engineering teams
Develop automated tools, scripts, and AI-assisted solutions to improve testing efficiency
Coordinate remote deployment activities with infrastructure, networking, and installation teams
Maintain deep understanding of system architecture, functionality, interfaces, and workflows
Develop integration and test strategies for new capabilities and enhancements with Systems Engineering
Integrate services with databases, messaging systems, and external APIs
Troubleshoot networking issues, IP configurations, and interface connectivity
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior integration engineers
Serve as technical lead for systems and software integration during Development Test and Formal Test
Integrate complex systems and software with minimal oversight and provide supporting issue data
Develop test approaches, procedures, test cases, and data sets from system-level requirements
Conduct root cause analysis and defect resolution
Execute integration testing of distributed, safety-critical systems using containerized or virtualized environments
Manage virtual machines and development containers
Develop and maintain VRTMs, traceability matrices, test reports, and other test artifacts
Support installation and integration efforts with software, systems engineering, and logistics teams
Generate briefings, report status to internal and customer stakeholders, and support test readiness reviews and qualification events
Participate in Agile activities including daily stand-ups, Sprint Planning, and Release Planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience, or 6+ years with a related Master's degree; equivalent experience may be considered
Experience integrating and testing large-scale, distributed software systems
Strong Linux/UNIX administration and troubleshooting experience
Experience with Python, Bash, or Shell scripting for automation and data analysis
Experience troubleshooting network configurations, connectivity, and distributed system interfaces
Experience developing automation solutions that improve engineering efficiency
Working knowledge of test automation frameworks and scripts, such as Squish, Selenium, PyTest, or Robot Framework
Familiarity with integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
Experience or familiarity with AI-assisted testing approaches and Claude Code is a plus, though not required
Demonstrated experience in testing, test framework development, and system-level verification of complex or safety-critical systems
Systems Engineering experience, including gathering user requirements and converting them into system requirements
Proficiency with scripting languages
Experience with Linux or Unix-based environments, containerization (Docker, Podman), and CI/CD pipelines
Technical leadership experience coordinating across Software, Hardware, and Systems Engineering
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including direct customer engagement
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience integrating mission-critical or highly available systems
Air Traffic Management domain experience
Familiarity with requirement decomposition for A-Level test approach and procedures
Familiarity with Atlassian Tool Suite and JIRA
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering and system integration V&V processes
Knowledge of microservices architectures, message brokers, RESTful API testing, and Chaos Testing principles
Knowledge of test tools such as Selenium, Sikuli, or Squish and simulation or test-harness frameworks
Familiarity with NextGen Air Traffic Control modernization programs
Experience preparing and executing Verification Cross Reference Matrices and Test Readiness Review documentation
Ability to work overtime, off hours, or weekends if necessary
Ability to support travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pay range of $107,900.00–$195,050.00
Opportunity to support advanced Air Traffic Control modernization initiatives
Technical leadership and mentoring opportunities
Potential overtime, off-hours, or weekend work
Travel support/opportunities