Senior Software Test Engineer

ACARA SOLUTIONS INC
Leander, TX, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$124,800.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Testing (Software) Agile Methodology Artificial Intelligence Confluence JIRA Unit Testing C++ (Programming Language) Software Quality Code Review Computer Engineering Linux Python (Programming Language)
+15 more
Commercial Software Scrum Methodology Real-Time Operating Systems Red Hat Enterprise Linux Software Engineering Software Systems Systems Integration Test Execution Engine Git Git Flow Information Technology Bitbucket Virtual Agents DO-178B Software Version Control

Job description

  • Develop and execute software testing strategies for flight and ground systems using simulation environments
  • Automate test execution, reporting, and validation for continuous software integration
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure software quality and safety compliance.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
  • Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
  • People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
  • Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting: This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. Sound like a good fit? APPLY TODAY What You’ll Do:

  • Design and implement test procedures for flight and ground software in both all-digital and hardware-in-the-loop environments
  • Build and maintain automation tools for test execution, reporting, and validation
  • Review code changes and participate in peer reviews for merge/pull requests
  • Develop unit tests for simulation models and software systems
  • Create and maintain documentation including test plans, requirements, and schedules., After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there’s a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it’s convenient for you. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Version control systems?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, * Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

  • 5+ years of full-time industry experience with formal software testing and reporting
  • 5+ years of Development experience under the Linux operating system
  • 5+ years of experience with the use of Git version control on a commercial software product

What Sets You Apart:

  • Master’s Degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science or Computer Engineering
  • 7+ years of experience with formal software testing and reporting for releases, FQT, and Software Certification
  • Exceptional C/C++ or Python development skills
  • Experience with software tests running in the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 Real-Time operating system
  • Practical experience using an Agile Software Development framework like Kanban, SCRUM, or Lean Development
  • Experience using Atlassian Confluence, Jira, and Bitbucket
  • Experience using the NASA Trick Simulation Environment
  • Practice using the GitFlow Workflow
  • Working knowledge of DO-178C, NASA NPR 7150.2C, RCC 319-19, or AFSPCMAN 91-710 Vol 3 requirements
  • Good portfolio demonstrating relevant projects and accomplishments.
  • Knowledge of the Agile Software Development Model.

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