Aries Aero Systems

Position Purpose
Our client is seeking an experienced Specialist Software Test Engineer to join its Avionics organization and verify the safety-critical flight software behind its human spaceflight systems. This is a hands-on, high-impact role. You will shape test strategy, tools, and processes, mentor junior engineers, and champion testing best practices across the team.
Principal Duties
<ul>
<li>Lead and support verification and validation of safety-critical flight software</li>
<li>Develop advanced code coverage, regression, and automated testing tools</li>
<li>Serve as the team’s subject matter expert on software testing methodologies and best practices</li>
<li>Review and approve test cases for component-level and integrated test bench environments</li>
<li>Support the development and evolution of hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test systems</li>
<li>Diagnose and troubleshoot complex software and electro-mechanical system issues</li>
<li>Mentor junior engineers and help build a culture of technical excellence</li>
<li>Collaborate cross-functionally to drive projects to completion and meet mission-critical goals</li>
</ul>
Experience and Education Requirements
Required
<ul>
<li>B.S. in Engineering from an accredited university</li>
<li>12+ years of relevant integration and testing experience in aerospace or a comparable field</li>
<li>Strong background in embedded system hardware and software</li>
<li>Advanced Python development skills</li>
<li>Experience with requirements-based testing and verification of safety-critical systems</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with VectorCAST or an equivalent unit test framework</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience developing test benches and automated test infrastructure</li>
<li>Experience with both component-level and system-level testing</li>
<li>Proven ability to diagnose complex electro-mechanical systems</li>
<li>Working knowledge of redundant system design for safety-critical applications</li>
<li>Familiarity with DO-178, DO-254, or similarly rigorous certification standards</li>
<li>Proficiency with digital communication protocols: RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553, CAN</li>
<li>Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills</li>
<li>Adaptable mindset, with the ability to incorporate new ideas and shift strategies when needed</li>
</ul>
Preferred
<ul>
<li>Experience with LabVIEW or NI VeriStand</li>
</ul>
Pay: $100.00 - $150.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person

Specialist Software Test Engineer, Avionics (Safety-Critical Flight Software)

Specialist Software Test Engineer, Avionics (Safety-Critical Flight Software)

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