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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Test Engineer - **Company:** Revolution LLC - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $106,400.0 - $195,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Excel, Software Applications, Automation of Tests, Code Review, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Requirements Management, Requirements Traceability, Software Licensing Audit, Verification and Validation (Software), Subsystems, Data Processing, Information Technology - **Published:** July 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=441628d05104a114 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or related technical discipline. * 7+ years of total experience with a minimum of four years in software testing, preferably in aerospace * Familiarity with verification and validation (V&V) processes in aerospace or high-reliability industries. * Working knowledge of requirements management tools (MS Excel, DOORS, or equivalent). * Strong communication and documentation skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering disciplines. * Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment * Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government security clearance or ITAR compliance (U.S. Persons required). Preferred Qualifications: * Hands-on experience or academic background in testing for space systems and subsystems. * Experience with script development or designing (e.g. Python or similar language or equivalent generation tools) ## Description Revolution Space is looking for an experienced dynamic and growth-oriented Software Test Engineer to contribute to the development of our space propulsion products through system verification. This engineer is expected to integrate with the existing technical team to: * Execute testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of software applications * Collaborate with other members of the software team including developers, and software system engineers * The position is full-time, and available as remote or as a hybrid role in Boston, MA or Lanham, MD., * Design, document, and execute comprehensive test plans (unit, integration, and system-level) and procedures for flight and ground software. * Perform validation of Flight and Ground SW functional tests at the unit, integration, system, and acceptance levels * Validate embedded software via test automation where possible * Ensure software compliance through hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) or simulation-in-the-loop (SITL) with actual hardware endpoints or avionics rigs as needed * Verify system, subsystem, and component-level requirements for space system interfaces with spacecraft power, thermal, and command & data handling subsystems. * Communication with software developers and engineers to verify requirements, review code, and implement testability features * Identify, develop, maintain, and utilize automated test scripts within a continuous integration (CI) environment where possible * Manage requirement traceability (requirements design verification) in tools such as MS Excel, DOORS, or equivalent. * Lead or support verification planning and closure activities, including verification-by-analysis, similarity, inspection, test, and demonstration. * Collaborate closely with propulsion design engineers, test engineers, and mission assurance teams to define test objectives, success criteria, and acceptance plans for vacuum chamber, thermal-vacuum, and life-cycle testing. ## Related Videos - [Excellent Software Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/87-excellent-software-testing) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? 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