Software Tester Job at Akima, LLC in Huntsville

We’re seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Software Tester to join our team developing high-fidelity Virtual Maintenance Trainers (VMTs), part-task trainers, and immersive simulation systems. You’ll work closely with our QA team and developers to validate functionality, usability, and overall system performance across multiple training platforms. Your work directly contributes to mission readiness and the effectiveness of our training solutions.

Responsibilities

• Defines, performs, analyzes, and interprets tests for products and product components.
• Develops and applies testing procedures.
• Devises and maintains quality control and reliability standards.
• Provides technical support to other engineering departments.
• Ensures testing procedures meet industry standards.
• Ensures accurate record of measurement data.
• Performs work under direct supervision.
• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Execute comprehensive test plans for VMTs, simulators, and part-task training software.
• Write and manage acceptance tests aligned with functional and user requirements.
• Collaborate closely with QA leads, developers, and instructional designers to validate system behavior and catch defects early.
• Document and track bugs, issues, and test results in Jira.
• Contribute to system documentation and knowledge bases using Confluence.
• Create and maintain test cases, test scripts, and user validation scenarios.
• Provide clear, actionable feedback and participate in product reviews and sprint planning.
• Ensure every release meets performance and usability standards across a wide range of use cases.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree.
• 1–3 years of experience in software testing or quality assurance
• Familiarity with QA methodologies, metrics, tools, and processes
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Ability to author clear, concise, and thorough test plans and test cases
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Word, and Excel
• Ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced Agile team
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• US citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience testing simulation, VR/AR, or game-based training systems
• Background in defense, aerospace, or technical training environments
• Understanding of DevOps or CI/CD pipelines (a plus)
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks (a plus, but not required)

Job ID
2025-19229

Work Type
On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is not just another federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Pinnacle Solutions, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Pinnacle Solutions provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Pinnacle Solutions delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.

As a Pinnacle Solutions employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.