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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Engineer II - **Company:** Iridium Satellite, LLC - **Location:** Chandler, AZ, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, JIRA, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Databases, Continuous Integration, Linux, Elasticsearch, VMware ESX Servers, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), Systems Development Life Cycle, Regression Testing, Logstash, Server Virtualization, Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Software Systems, Test Execution Engine, Network Switches, Hardware Testing, Git, Information Technology, Kibana, Atlassian Bamboo, Vmware - **Published:** October 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88640567/1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field * 2+ years of relevant experience with test execution and analysis, test automation, and/or software development * Intermediate knowledge of Cloud Computing Services and Cloud Infrastructure * Intermediate knowledge of featured services such as storage, compute services, containers, and virtual servers * Knowledge of various software languages including Python, C, C++, C#, Java, etc. * Strong desire to think creatively and drive innovative solutions to complex problems, continuously improving processes, tools, or technologies * A solid understanding of Linux and/or Unix operating systems * A strong motivation to engage with and enhance test automation processes through innovation * Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly present information and ideas to others * Have confidence and be able to easily build meaningful relationships with your manager and members of your team * Must be able to prioritize your tasks, be self-aware enough to identify and correct mistakes, and not be afraid to ask for help when needed * Be active in seeking out ways to improve yourself and gain new knowledge, and be enthusiastic in sharing knowledge with others Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table: * Previous hands-on experience with the following: + Software management tools (JIRA, GIT and/or Bamboo) + Integrated Development Environment (PyCharm, Spyder, Pydev, etc.) + Machine virtualization, specifically VMware Desktop and ESXi + Databases such as Oracle, MySQL, and/or SQL Server + Knowledge of network switches and routers + Knowledge of space systems and orbital analysis + Agile development methodology We'll also need you to: * This position directly performs under, supports, or is exposed to a U.S. government contract. To comply with the requirements of that U.S. government contract, applicants for this position must be U.S. citizens * Be willing and able to travel up to 15 days annually * Be willing and able to be on-call to support operational issues Work Environment: This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer. We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium's Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least four days per week (approximately 80%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth. ## Description Jumpstart your engineering career with a dynamic and fast-paced team! Join Iridium's Test Engineering team as a Test Engineer II! In this role you will contribute to the research, development, testing, and sustaining engineering activities of Iridium services. As a Test Engineer II, your work is focused on verifying the reliability and robustness of Iridium products and communication services. You will also perform development activities related to our test automation efforts. You will be successful in this role if you have a keen desire to learn and a passion for software and hardware test engineering. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join an innovative and dynamic team at the forefront of satellite communications technology! What You'll Do: Work collaboratively with software, hardware, and system development engineers to ensure high product quality * Decompose requirements into verifiable test objectives * Perform integration, maintenance, and operation of system hardware, lab hardware, and software systems * Conduct implementation and maintenance of communication products automated test system and software * Develop scripts and/or systems to automatically test and validate products, collect test artifacts, produce product test metrics and generate reports * Recreate and isolate reported software and/or hardware defects using test infrastructure and document non-compliances * Research and assist with implementing hardware upgrades of ground infrastructure and test systems * Participate in maintaining and executing test automation for feature, defect and regression testing * Help your team with maintaining configuration management of test automation software and scripts * Work with industry standard tools and software such as Elasticsearch/Logstash/Kibana, Amazon Web Services, CI/CD DevOps pipelines, containers and more