STEM OPT Test Automation Engineer Jobs
Test Automation Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, typically supported by degrees in computer science, software engineering, or information systems. Your F-1 STEM OPT extension adds 24 months of work authorization beyond your initial OPT, but your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension can be approved.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: United States, Georgia, Atlanta
TechOps
14-Sep-2026
Ref #: 34016
How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
The In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) Test Automation Engineer is responsible to support and maintain the end to end (E2E) test environment and perform associated system test activities with a focus on test automation. These activities include the development of system test plans, processes, and procedures in order to integrate, verify, and validate system functionality and performance. This position serves the system test engineer who will directly perform testing and integration activities to ensure a seamless product launch. This person will work in coordination with the IFEC GM E2E System Test, the IFEC Chief System engineer, the IFEC Chief Architect, and the IFEC Program Management team to ensure that the IFEC products are both verified and validated.
- Define IFEC E2E system test automation based
- Develop IFEC E2E system test plans, procedures
- Participate in design review meetings to ensure testing specifications and results
- Support Customer Experience, IT, and TechOps teams with IFEC system launches
- Support and maintain System Integration Lab(s) (SIL) that represents the aircraft system(s)
- In support of the test manager
- Analyze system requirements and architecture docs to create test procedures/plans
- Install software on test lab equipment & troubleshoot any issues
- Create system test automation using various software tools
- Perform system tests & report results
- Coordinate with other Delta departments that provide support for the products tested
- Participate in on-wing testing
Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing
Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values – Care, Integrity, Resilience and Servant Leadership – every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart of what we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way:
- Competitive salary, industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives
- 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%
- New hires are eligible for up to 2-weeks of vacation. This is earned for use in the following vacation year (April 1 – March 31)
- In addition to vacation, new hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period
- 10 paid holidays per calendar year
- Birthing parents are eligible for 12-weeks of paid maternity/parental leave
- Non-birthing parents are eligible for 2-weeks of paid parental leave
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurance benefits
- Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages
- Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health
- Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members
- Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals
- World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint
- Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies
- Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together
- Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
- Bachelors degree or 3+ years relative experience in system test, IVV, or QA testing
- 3+ years of experience as part of a test, IVV, or QA team responsible for test automation and test runs
- 2+ years of experience with connectivity and in-flight entertainment (IFE)
- Test automation engineer creates test procedures, creates test automation software, and performs test under the guidance of the test manager.
- Test automation engineer supports customer user acceptance testing.
- All tests & procedures are reviewed.
- Test automation engineer expected to ask for support as needed.
- Work alone performing test procedures, developing test plans, and developing software automation code and scripts
- Work well with customers when supporting user acceptance testing
- Enter test procedures/plans/results in Microsoft Office products (Excel/Word) or QTest
- Understand basic networking for LAB connectivity need
- Mostly office work or inside a computer lab environment.
- Some travel to different test locations (Domestic & International) Should be able to lift approx. 50lbs of lab equipment as necessary
- Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.
- Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
- Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
- Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
- Airline and inflight entertainment system experience
- Test automation experience with typescript, playwright, or python
Location: United States, Georgia, Atlanta
TechOps
14-Sep-2026
Ref #: 34016
How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
The In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) Test Automation Engineer is responsible to support and maintain the end to end (E2E) test environment and perform associated system test activities with a focus on test automation. These activities include the development of system test plans, processes, and procedures in order to integrate, verify, and validate system functionality and performance. This position serves the system test engineer who will directly perform testing and integration activities to ensure a seamless product launch. This person will work in coordination with the IFEC GM E2E System Test, the IFEC Chief System engineer, the IFEC Chief Architect, and the IFEC Program Management team to ensure that the IFEC products are both verified and validated.
- Define IFEC E2E system test automation based
- Develop IFEC E2E system test plans, procedures
- Participate in design review meetings to ensure testing specifications and results
- Support Customer Experience, IT, and TechOps teams with IFEC system launches
- Support and maintain System Integration Lab(s) (SIL) that represents the aircraft system(s)
- In support of the test manager
- Analyze system requirements and architecture docs to create test procedures/plans
- Install software on test lab equipment & troubleshoot any issues
- Create system test automation using various software tools
- Perform system tests & report results
- Coordinate with other Delta departments that provide support for the products tested
- Participate in on-wing testing
Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing
Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values – Care, Integrity, Resilience and Servant Leadership – every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart of what we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way:
- Competitive salary, industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives
- 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%
- New hires are eligible for up to 2-weeks of vacation. This is earned for use in the following vacation year (April 1 – March 31)
- In addition to vacation, new hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period
- 10 paid holidays per calendar year
- Birthing parents are eligible for 12-weeks of paid maternity/parental leave
- Non-birthing parents are eligible for 2-weeks of paid parental leave
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurance benefits
- Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages
- Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health
- Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members
- Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals
- World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint
- Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies
- Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together
- Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
- Bachelors degree or 3+ years relative experience in system test, IVV, or QA testing
- 3+ years of experience as part of a test, IVV, or QA team responsible for test automation and test runs
- 2+ years of experience with connectivity and in-flight entertainment (IFE)
- Test automation engineer creates test procedures, creates test automation software, and performs test under the guidance of the test manager.
- Test automation engineer supports customer user acceptance testing.
- All tests & procedures are reviewed.
- Test automation engineer expected to ask for support as needed.
- Work alone performing test procedures, developing test plans, and developing software automation code and scripts
- Work well with customers when supporting user acceptance testing
- Enter test procedures/plans/results in Microsoft Office products (Excel/Word) or QTest
- Understand basic networking for LAB connectivity need
- Mostly office work or inside a computer lab environment.
- Some travel to different test locations (Domestic & International) Should be able to lift approx. 50lbs of lab equipment as necessary
- Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.
- Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
- Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
- Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
- Airline and inflight entertainment system experience
- Test automation experience with typescript, playwright, or python
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Test Automation Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Cross-reference your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer science, software engineering, and information systems CIP codes all support Test Automation Engineer roles, but information technology codes vary by institution.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you sign. USCIS cannot approve your STEM OPT extension if your employer isn't an active E-Verify participant, regardless of how far along you are in the offer process.
Build a portfolio around CI/CD and testing frameworks
Employers filing for STEM OPT students in test automation roles expect demonstrated experience with Selenium, Pytest, or similar frameworks. A GitHub portfolio showing automated test suites in real pipelines signals role-fit faster than a resume bullet alone.
Target employers with active H-1B LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Test Automation Engineer roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications, which signals both E-Verify enrollment and a track record of sponsoring STEM workers through OPT and beyond.
Draft your I-983 training plan before your start date
Your employer must complete the I-983 Training Plan for STEM OPT Students before USCIS approves your extension. Bring a draft to your offer negotiation that maps your test automation responsibilities to your degree's learning objectives, so HR isn't caught off guard.
File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days early
USCIS processing for STEM OPT extensions can exceed 90 days. Submit your I-765 at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires so cap-gap protections keep you authorized if approval runs long.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Test Automation Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your employer classifies the role under a SOC code tied to software quality assurance, software development, or computer and information systems, and your degree appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, and information systems degrees commonly support this role. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before filing.
What happens to my work authorization if my STEM OPT extension is still pending when my current EAD expires?
If you filed your I-765 at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expired, cap-gap protections under USCIS rules extend your work authorization automatically while the application is pending. You can continue working for your E-Verify-enrolled employer during this gap period. Carry your receipt notice and expired EAD together as proof of continued authorization.
What does the I-983 training plan require for a Test Automation Engineer position?
The I-983 Training Plan for STEM OPT Students must connect your day-to-day test automation responsibilities, such as writing automated test scripts, managing CI/CD pipelines, or leading QA strategy, to specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. Your employer signs the form and must conduct formal performance evaluations every six months. Your DSO submits it to SEVIS before USCIS approves the extension.
How do I find Test Automation Engineer employers who are already enrolled in E-Verify?
Migrate Mate filters Test Automation Engineer listings by employers with Labor Condition Application filing history, which confirms E-Verify participation as a byproduct of the LCA process. You can also ask recruiters directly or search the E-Verify employer database by company name before investing time in an application. Never assume enrollment based on company size alone.
Can I switch employers during my STEM OPT extension if I get a better Test Automation Engineer offer?
Yes, but the new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, and you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days so they can update SEVIS. A new I-983 training plan specific to the new role is required before you start. Your existing EAD remains valid for the authorized period, so no new I-765 is needed solely because of the employer change.