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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # 10081 - Software and Hardware Test Support - Senior - **Company:** Canvas Inc. - **Location:** Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Configuration Management, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing, Hardware Testing - **Published:** May 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ab25d89dbfa1e22a ## About the Role Do you have experience in Test Planning (Quality assurance practices)?, Do you have a Doctoral degree?, * Demonstrated advanced knowledge and experience in military aircraft software and hardware test programs. * Minimum of 10 years of experience planning or conducting military flight test or test and evaluation programs. * Experience supporting fighter aircraft weapons systems, avionics integration, and flight test activities. * Ability to perform duties independently and oversee the work of junior and journeyman personnel., * Master's or Doctoral degree in engineering or related field and a minimum of 10 years of experience, at least five of which must be in the DoD, OR * Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and a minimum of 12 years of experience, at least five of which must be in the DoD, OR * A minimum of 15 years of directly related experience with appropriate certifications, at least eight of which must be in the DoD. Clearance Requirement * Active Top Secret security clearance required. * U.S. citizenship required. ## Description * Provide senior-level support for planning, directing, and integrating software and hardware test and evaluation activities. * Assist in development of test documentation including test releases, airworthiness memorandums, and flight test approvals. * Coordinate test resource scheduling for fighter weapons systems integration test infrastructure, DT&E and OT&E activities. * Collect, review, and coordinate required documentation from vendors including software releases, Safety of Flight memorandums, operating limitations, and equipment instructions. * Assist in creation and interpretation of Air Force Form 1067 and Temporary T-2 modification documentation to support ground and flight testing. * Provide technical assistance to coordinate test requirements between prime contractors, program office IPTs, AFTC, and other test agencies. * Support development and review of Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), master test plans, and DT&E/OT&E test plans and reports. * Utilize government deficiency reporting systems such as the Joint Deficiency Reporting System to document hazards, deficiencies, and recommendations. * Support aircraft tracking, test configuration management, and coordination with AFMC on maintenance modifications. * Provide troubleshooting and resolution support for ground and flight test anomalies involving hardware, subsystems, sensors, and weapons integration. * Support fighter weapons system integration including air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons, guided and non-guided munitions, and defensive systems. * Support flight test programs through technical analysis to ensure test strategies meet mission requirements. * Participate in test support working groups, IPTs, and F-16 test teams to ensure continuity of test aircraft fleet support. * Coordinate with depot and contractor teams to enable installation of test hardware on required test aircraft. * Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior test support personnel. ## Related Videos - [Your Testing Strategy is broken - lets fix it!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1672-your-testing-strategy-is-broken-lets-fix-it) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [AI Agents & Agentic AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2017-ai-agents-agentic-ai) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) ## Related Articles - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [How to create a test plan for software testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/56-how-to-create-a-test-plan-for-software-testing) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)