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# Aviation Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** CareerCircle
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Salary:** $69,550.0 - $125,725.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithm Design, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Bioinformatics, Microsoft Outlook, C++ (Programming Language), Ubuntu (Operating System), Configuration Management, Software Quality, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Databases, Computer Engineering, Data Visualization, Linux, Human-Computer Interaction, Intelligence Analysis, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Object-Oriented Software Development, Microsoft PowerPoint, Simulink, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Test Execution Engine, Strategies of Testing, User Interface Testing, Reinforcement Learning, Supervised Learning, Git, SC Clearance, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Virtual Agents, Software Version Control, Programming Languages
- **Published:** June 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/al/huntsville/ee2150b5-4bd7-4023-a465-56ef55f87fc6

## About the Role

Physics
Research
Simulink
Equities
Operations
Innovation
Algorithms
Statistics
Mathematics
Forecasting
Simulations
Market Data
Trigonometry
Data Analysis
Cyber Security
Systems Design
Flight Testing
Linear Algebra
Flight Software
Ancient History
Feedback Control
Control Engineering
Trajectory Planning
Intelligence Analysis
Technical Communication
C (Programming Language)
C++ (Programming Language), * Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics and 2-4 years of work or Master's degree in engineering or physics and research in areas such as feedback control system design, trajectory optimization, guidance, and/or optimal estimation with knowledge of basic aerodynamic principles.

 * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
 * Strong math skills are required in the areas of linear algebra, matrix math, statistics, trigonometry and coordinate transformation. Candidates must be experienced in MATLAB, Simulink, and C/C++ programming. Candidates must also possess solid technical communication skills and an ability to work in both collaborative team environments and independently.
 * Candidates must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate in order to work on-site at the Huntsville, AL office., * Familiarity and experience with Department of War digital engineering paradigm, experience with flight vehicles, guided munitions and/or unmanned aerial systems.
 * Masters degree or doctorate in engineering or physics is strongly desired.
 * Current active Secret or higher level clearance.
 * Familiarity with LQR/LQG, Kalman filtering, and nonlinear control techniques such as NDI and adaptive control.

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## Description

Development and analysis of guidance and autopilot algorithms, implementation of these items in 6-DOF simulations and operational flight software. Additionally, the candidate should be capable of conducting trade studies for design decisions, developing techniques to assess, validate and verify performance, and supporting flight tests with pre-flight predictions and post-flight analyses., All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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