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A Software Test Manager is responsible for overseeing the testing process in software development to ensure quality and reliability. They lead a team of testers, develop test strategies, and coordinate with developers and stakeholders to identify and resolve defects. Their role includes test planning, execution, and automation while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

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As a Software Test Manager, your day often involves overseeing test plan development, coordinating test execution, and reviewing testing progress with both your team and project stakeholders. You may spend time mentoring testers, analyzing defect reports, and collaborating closely with development and product management teams to align on quality goals. Regular meetings and status updates are a staple, as is the need to adapt quickly to project changes or address challenges as they arise. This role combines hands-on problem solving with leadership responsibilities, ensuring both the quality of deliverables and the professional growth of your team.

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Infographic showing various Software Test Manager job openings in Ohio as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,792 per year, or $65.3 per hour.

Senior Software Engineer in Test

Columbus, OH • On-site

FlightSafety International
Aviation • 1 - 5K employees

$103K - $134K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


FlightSafety International rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

The Senior Software Engineer in Test is a senior level position as part of FlightSafety International’s Software Quality Assurance Team and plays a key role in verifying the overall quality of mission critical applications and systems. As part of a highly collaborative team, this role will interact with many technical and business resources across the enterprise and will be responsible for building test automation for critical business systems.

Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Perform black box and white box testing using exploratory testing techniques. 
  • Proactively collaborate with business representatives and software engineers in analyzing use cases and requirements. 
  • Analyze application logic and write complete and reusable test scripts. 
  • Perform all aspects of testing including writing test planning documentation, executing testing tasks, analyzing test results and documenting defects. 
  • Holds defect review meetings with Development and the Business to ensure proper prioritization and resolution. 
  • Provide updates to the project team on testing activities and communicate key milestones. 
  • Identify risks and prepare mitigation plans. 
  • Develop daily/weekly status calls and or reports (metrics) for test execution as needed. 
  • Partner with the business to develop testing strategies for UAT and obtain approval on release readiness. 
  • Drive and support automation strategies across multiple applications. 
  • Provide technical guidance regarding automation frameworks. 
  • Identify automation opportunities across a diverse technology stack. 
  • Experience building test automation using the playwright framework desired. 
  • Conduct proof of concept investigations into new tools, methods and test strategies. 
  • Coordinate with test engineering leadership to set and maintain consistent standards for testing strategies and development across efforts at FSI. 
Minimum Education
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent industry experience.
Minimum Experience
  • 5 plus years of professional experience in software testing.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Experience working in Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid environments. 
  • Solid understanding of software development life cycle models. 
  • Proven ability to translate requirements into test plans, cases and scripts. 
  • Strong knowledge of Database and SQL queries for data validation. 
  • Results Driven mindset. 
  • Knowledge of Microsoft related testing tools (TFS, Visual Studio, Test Manager). 
  • Experience using Cloud technologies (Azure DevOps). 
  • Participate in the scrum process, including stands ups and related activities. 
  • Successful ability to build positive partnerships and work collaboratively with cross functional business teams. 
  • Excellent organizational skills, including ability to work in a fast paced environment, multitask and prioritize workload. 
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization. 
  • Experience with Mobile concepts and building test automation for Mobile applications a plus. 
  • Knowledge of the front end web stack: XML, HTML, JavaScript, JQuery, JSON, DOM, etc. 
  • Web service and other API concepts: SOAP, OData, REST, etc. 
  • SDLC and test management tools: TFS, Jenkins, Git, etc. 
  • Coordinate with test engineering leadership to set and maintain consistent standards for testing strategies and development across efforts at FSI. 
Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and communicate. The employee may be required to stand, walk, and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to view monitors, technical documents, and reference material. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. 

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. 

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). 

This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant’s ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law. 

This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment. 

Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address.  FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers. 

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant’s ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.

This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.

Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address.  FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.


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