Lead Tester - MES Applications

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At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

About the Role : Pratt & Whitney, a Raytheon Technologies Company, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Application Tester who has hands-on experience with test automation and testing tools, along with a good understanding of business process concepts. Candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the quality of our software applications by designing and executing automated and manual tests, collaborating with business stakeholders to understand requirements, and contributing to improving overall product quality of Pratt & Whitney’s enterprise Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions. 

Career growth opportunities include access and exposure to technical and functional experts, business operations, and to leadership/executives. This position offers an opportunity to network with technical professionals and to build relationships within the organization being on the front lines of developing technology.  

What You will do :

• Design, develop and execute automated test scripts using appropriate tools and frameworks.
• Perform manual testing of applications to validate functionality, usability, and performance.
• Collaborate closely with Business Units and stakeholders to understand application business requirements and translate them into detailed test cases.
• Identify, record, and document bugs thoroughly, and track defects through resolution.
• Participate in requirement review sessions to provide insights from a testing and business perspective.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of test plans, test cases, and test data.
• Define acceptance criteria and work on user story grooming sessions.
• Work closely with development teams to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in testing processes and tools.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams regarding testing progress, risks, and issues. 

Qualifications You must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with7+ years of experience, or a Master’s degree in the same disciplines with5+ years of experience inapplication testing, including hands-on experience intest automation.
• Proficiency with automation tools such as Tosca, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or equivalent.
• Experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, HP ALM, TestRail).
• Basic understanding of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript) for automation.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and participation in Agile ceremonies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications we prefer        

• Experience with performance and security testing.
• Knowledge of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Certification in software testing (e.g., ISTQB) or Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP).
• Exposure to manufacturing business processes such as requirement gathering, documentation, and stakeholder communication.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing principles.

What we offer :

Daycare for young children
Advancement programs to enhance education skills
Flexible work schedules
Leadership and training programs
Comprehensive benefits, savings, and pension plans
Financial support for parental leave
Reward programs for outstanding work

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Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

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Full-time

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