Software Application Test Lead

Boeing

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Work type
On-site
Location
Scott AFB, IL
Salary
$80,000–$103,000 / yr
Posted
32 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Sep 26, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

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This role $92k
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This role pays less than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $147,925–$217,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $92k versus about $183k for comparable roles.

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About Boeing

Boeing is the world''s largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners, military aircraft, defense systems, and space launch vehicles for customers in 150 countries. Industry: Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

Boeing currently has 39 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $118,150–$159,850 across 34 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Application Test Lead

The Software Application Test Lead joins an agile cross-functional team to manage software testing services, completion, and decisions at the program level. This role involves the verification and validation of software through both automated and manual functional and non-functional testing. Key responsibilities include test case configuration, creation, maintenance, and execution; defect reporting, triage, and confirmation; and test cycle planning, monitoring, and reporting for software releases. The individual will also lead continuous improvement initiatives, mentor junior testers, and manage program test strategy and architecture. Required skills include extensive experience in automated testing, scripting, and the Agile Software Development Lifecycle. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree and an active U.S. Secret Clearance. This role focuses on providing tools to solve urgent problems for customers with critical responsibilities in defense and government sectors.

What you'll do

  • Perform verification and validation of software through automated and manual functional and non-functional testing.
  • Create, configure, maintain, and execute test cases.
  • Manage defect reporting, triage, and confirmation processes.
  • Plan, monitor, and report on test cycles for software releases.
  • Communicate software and testing status to both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Lead the adoption of continuous improvement initiatives regarding training, tools, and processes.
  • Mentor, train, and support mid-level and entry-level testers.
  • Develop program test strategies and architecture.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
  • Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance or higher.
  • Must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 for export control compliance.
  • 5+ years of software testing experience.
  • Automated testing and scripting experience.
  • Agile Software Development Lifecycle experience.
  • Preferred: Bachelor of Science in a STEM field (Engineering, Computer Science, etc.).
  • U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

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