SOFTWARE ENGINEER II - TESTING

Platform Aerospace
Hollywood, MD, United States
16 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Automation of Tests C++ (Programming Language) Software Documentation Code Review Communications Protocols Computer Engineering Software Debugging Linux Hardware Design Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation Python (Programming Language) Software Maintenance
+11 more
Real-Time Operating Systems Software Engineering Software Systems Systems Architecture System Testing Systems Integration Scripting Software Troubleshooting System-level Testing Information Technology Software Version Control

Job description

The Software Engineer II is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software for embedded systems that support the company’s products and aircraft platforms. This role develops software solutions to support product development, evaluate vendor-supplied components, and enhance aircraft testing capabilities.

Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, the Software Engineer II supports system integration, troubleshooting, and continuous software improvement. The Software Engineer II position is responsible for testing and performance of developed code. The Software Engineering II position must design high-quality, highly reliable code to ensure system performance., * Enhance aircraft and subsystem testing capabilities through the development of automated and custom test solutions

  • Enhance aircraft and subsystem testing capabilities through the development of automated and custom test solutions.
  • Design and implement software tools to support product development and evaluate vendor-supplied components.
  • Develop software for test systems supporting company aircraft products and platforms.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate testing in to the software and hardware architectures.
  • Troubleshoot software and hardware issues identified during development, integration, and testing activities.
  • Participate in software design, code reviews, and system architecture discussions.
  • Create and maintain software documentation, test procedures, technical requirements, and interface specifications.
  • Verify software functionality through unit, Static/dynamic, integration, and system-level testing.
  • Support research and development efforts for new technologies and product improvements.
  • Work within the AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS) and recommend process improvements where applicable.
  • Support program execution by understanding technical requirements, schedules, and project objectives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 2+ years of relevant software development experience.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
  • Experience developing software for embedded systems.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and familiarity with Python or similar scripting languages.
  • Experience with software debugging, testing, and version control systems.
  • Familiarity with embedded hardware interfaces and communication protocols.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., * Experience in aerospace, defense, or unmanned aircraft systems.
  • Familiarity with Linux or real-time operating systems.
  • Experience with automated test environments and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
  • Experience supporting hardware integration and system testing.
  • Active Clearance, + Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, moving and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or flexible schedules in support of operational requirements.

Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education and training, job-related knowledge and skills, the scope and level of responsibility of the position, internal equity, and market/business considerations. The listed range is a general guideline and may vary based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and work location, where applicable.

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