Title: Junior Software Tester
Your KBR future – delivering solutions and changing the world
About KBR:
We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.
KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries.
For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.
With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projectswitha digital mindset drivinginnovation within our business and for our customers.
We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers. From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.
KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force.
The Opportunity:
Location: Canberra
KBR are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Software Tester to join a project team delivering the Mission Planning System (MPS) to the Australian Defence Force. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career (1–2 years of experience) who’s keen to build their skills in software testing and quality assurance while working on a meaningful Defence project.
What You’ll Be Doing
Under the guidance of senior team members, you’ll support software testing and quality assurance activities throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Your responsibilities may include:
* Assisting in the development and maintenance of test documentation including test plans, test cases, test reports, and summary documents.
* Learning to apply appropriate testing methods for different system components.
* Helping to define and refine acceptance criteria based on requirements or existing system behaviour.
* Executing test cases, logging defects, and supporting the analysis and re-testing of issues.
* Working as part of an agile team to help maintain quality across each release.
* Supporting the creation and improvement of regression test suites for various MPS components such as:
o Flight Performance Models
o Mission Planning Applications
o Vehicle Installer Packages and more
* Gaining exposure to test automation tools and contributing to test automation strategies (e.g., using Ranorex).
* Assisting with test environment setup and contributing to system analysis for quality assurance.
As the ideal candidate you will bring:
Essential:
* Around 1–2 years’ experience in software testing or QA roles.
* An understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
* Exposure to writing or executing test cases.
* Familiarity with developing or reviewing test documentation.
* Some experience working in an agile or team-based environment.
* Good communication skills – both written and verbal.
* A keen eye for detail, with a structured and methodical approach.
* Willingness to learn and grow with the support of experienced mentors.
* Australian citizenship and an NV1 clearance (or ability to obtain one).
Desirable:
* ISTQB Foundation Certification or similar.
* Basic experience with automated testing tools.
* Familiarity with Microsoft-based development environments.
* Exposure to both new and existing systems/projects.
* Awareness of software quality standards (e.g., IEEE or MIL standards).
Benefits of KBR
* A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)
* Flexible working conditions
* Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
* Paid Parental leave
* Paid Reservist leave
* Income protection
* Corporate rewards
* Salary packaging/Novated leasing
* Discounted employee stock purchase plans
* Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
* Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!
KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
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