SW Test Lead
Eccoci AB · Jönköping · 12 månader – upp till 2 år · Deadline 2026-12-31
Eccoci AB is seeking a **SW Test Lead** to lead verification and validation activities for software used in civil aviation. The position involves building and guiding a local team toward set verification goals, coordinating software testing, and planning and prioritizing activities alongside test engineers and development teams. Key responsibilities include operating and developing automated test solutions and test environments, reviewing requirement specifications for complete test coverage, analyzing test results and deviations, and reporting quality indicators and risks to project management. The role also requires participating in internal and external audits as well as certification processes to ensure adherence to project standards. Candidates must have several years of experience in software testing, verification, or quality work, alongside a background in leading teams or coordinating test activities in complex development projects. A strong understanding of software development processes, testing methodology, and experience with test automation and modern testing tools are required, as is **full professional fluency in Swedish and English**, spoken and written. It is considered an advantage to have experience in aerospace, defense, or other safety-critical industries, familiarity with **standards such as DO-178C or ARP4754A**, experience with embedded real-time avionics, knowledge of tools like IBM DOORS, or an ISTQB certification or equivalent.
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced SW Test Leader who wants to take a leading role in verification and validation of software for aeronautical systems.
You will be responsible for leading the testing and verification work for software used in civil aviation. Further more, you will be involved in building a local team to work on set verification goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate software testing
- Ensure that verification and validation activities are carried out in accordance with project and certification requirements
- Operate and develop automated test solutions and test environments
- Plan, prioritize and follow up on test activities together with test engineers and development teams
- Review requirement specifications to ensure testability and complete test coverage
- Analyze test results, manage deviations and support root cause analyses
- Report status, risks and quality indicators to project management and stakeholders
- Participate in internal and external audits as well as certification activities
Experience and Competence
- Several years of experience in software testing, verification or quality work
- Experience in leading teams or coordinating test activities in complex development projects
- Good understanding of software development processes and testing methodology
- Experience with test automation and modern testing tools
- Ability to communicate clearly and create engagement in cross-functional teams
- Very good knowledge of Swedish and English, both in speech and writing
It's an advantage if you have:
- Aerospace, defense or other safety-critical industry experiences
- Certification standards such as DO-178C, ARP4754A or similar
- Embedded systems, real-time systems and avionics experience
- Requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS
- ISTQB certification or equivalent.