Test Automation Engineer

Job Description

Looking for something different in your career Join Raytheon in Gloucester or Manchester and make a real difference in the fight against cyber-crime. Youll be part of a team that embraces Agile working to deliver superior solutions to protect our global customers critical infrastructures from the most complex cyber threats. Customer security is at stake. So our work is vitally important. We are always continuing to try to improve our systems with new projects becoming available to work on with cutting-edge tech. Youll be working as a team of specialist developers, testers and analysts to design, develop and maintain critical cyber applications and systems to support government, law enforcement and commercial customers contributing to the development of solutions using the latest technologies. This is an opportunity to innovate and try new things; to fearlessly challenge and question; to learn and progress in an inclusive and supportive culture; to be rewarded for the vital contribution you make. Key Responsibilities Apply test skills and experience within the context of an Agile software delivery team;Act as test & integration lead for small/medium programmes or subsystems within larger programmes;Define and manage test environments; create and manage test data; define and manage test tools;Manage creation of automated and manual test scriptsProduce test and deployment strategies and plans in compliance with customer project guidelinesProduce deployment packages appropriate for support estimation of test activitiesSupport test team interactions with the wider development team and assist in the resolution of issuesSupport the development team at formal and artefact reviews as necessaryProvide defect and code quality metrics to the programmeEssential SkillsUnderstanding of the systems engineering lifecycle and demonstrable evidence of relevant test methodologies and toolsetsExperience of deploying and configuring complex software undner LinuxExperience of virtualisation (e.g. VMWare and Hyper-V)Requirement verification and validation for software based systemsTest specification developmentTest script preparationExperience of scripting languages such as Python, Java, Javascript, Python and Bash Experience of test automation frameworks and tools such as Selenium (Nightwatch, Frameworkium), Cypress, Eggplant, PostMan, Cucumber and Robot.Production of test plans and reports using applicable toolsExperience of working in an Agile/SCRUM/DevOps delivery modelDesirable SkillsExperience of Continuous IntegrationExperience of AWS or AzureLinux system administration skillsBehaviour SkillsGood interpersonal skills for customer and partner liaisonGood written and oral communication skillsGood time management, organisation and prioritisation skillsAn inquisitive mind and a desire to promote innovationDesire to learn and constantly expand your horizonsAbility to work closely with others in a small teamAbility to work under pressureHigh degree of initiative and flexibilityWillingness to travel if requiredAbout Raytheon UKWith facilities in Broughton, Waddington, Glenrothes, Harlow, Gloucester, Manchester with presence across other customer sites also. As a prime contractor and major supplier to the U.K. Ministry of Defence, Raytheon continues to invest in research and development, supporting innovation and technological advances across its core mission areas Weapons & Sensors, and Cyber, Space & Training. The Cyber, Space & Training business, consists of four mission areas: National Security Cyber; Space & Airborne; Command, Control, Computers & Intelligence (C4I); and Training. Cyber, Space & Training provides our customers unrivalled technical and training services spanning all domains across a wide range of customers.Raytheon UK is a landed company, part of the Raytheon Technologies organisation and sits within the Raytheon Intelligence & Space businessAbout Raytheon TechnologiesRaytheon Technologies Corporation is an aerospace and defence company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises four industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Raytheon Intelligence & Space and Raytheon Missiles & Defence. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cyber security. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.Raytheon Career Development:Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role.SecurityAll successful applicants must be eligible & willing to obtain a SC clearance with the view to progressing to DV level which would be sponsored by Raytheon UK. For further information on the criteria to obtain this please visit - .Standard Benefits:25 days holiday + statutory public holidaysContributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)6 times salary Life AssuranceFlexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemesEnhanced sick pay schemeEnhanced Family Friendly Policies, including enhanced Maternity & Shared Parental leave.37hr working week, with an early finish Friday (hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site specifics arrangements)Flexible working arrangements can be considered wherever we can (depending on the role) so please enquire or highlight any request to our Recruitment team to explore flexible working possibilities . Canteen facilities available at Harlow & Glenrothes sites and Manchester & Gloucester offer free snacks & drinks (hot & cold).Diversity:Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success. Raytheon UK pro-actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Raytheon Womens Network, RayBAME, YesNet (Young Employees Success Network), Raytheon Reservist Network (RaRe), Raytheon Alliance for Diverse Abilities (RADA), RayPride. Raytheon Application Process To apply visit the Raytheon Technologies Global website and search by location or Req ID: 173200BR.173200 Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualif