Software Test Technician

We are looking for a Software Test Technician to support software integration, system verification, and validation activities for product development projects. The successful candidate will work closely with software, electrical/electronic, and mechanical engineering teams to assess software readiness, troubleshoot defects, and support the delivery of high-quality software releases., * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Architecture and Design.

• Execute system verification and validation testing.
• Develop and refine positive and negative test cases based on requirements.
• Evaluate boundary conditions to support test-to-learn development.
• Participate in technical design reviews.
• Verify that systems deliver their intended functionality.
• Document, track, and follow up on software bugs and defects.
• Participate in electronics requirements reviews and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Apply a foundational understanding of electronic circuitry and hardware interactions to troubleshoot product behavior.
• Support the definition of system validation plans and execute system validation testing.
• Work with system and software engineers to maintain requirements and test traceability.
• Communicate test results and project updates clearly and objectively across all levels of the organization.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of software testing experience, or relevant academic/professional experience.
• At least 1 year of experience working with requirements management, or relevant academic/professional experience.
• At least 1 year of experience reading and interpreting test procedures, or relevant academic/professional experience.

Preferred Requirements

• At least 1 year of technical experience in electrical/mechanical product validation testing within the appliance, medical device, or automotive industry.
• Strong communication skills, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• ISTQB Foundation Level certification.
• Experience with requirements management tools such as IBM Jazz (DNG, RTC, RQM), Codebeamer, Jira, or GitHub.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.

• Professional coding certifications (e.g., AWS or IEEE-related certifications) or project management certifications (e.g., Scrum Master).

• At least 1 year of technical experience in electrical/mechanical product validation testing within the appliance, medical device, or automotive industry.
• Strong communication skills, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• ISTQB Foundation Level certification.
• Experience with requirements management tools such as IBM Jazz (DNG, RTC, RQM), Codebeamer, Jira, or GitHub.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Professional coding certifications (e.g., AWS or IEEE-related certifications) or project management certifications (e.g., Scrum Master).

This is a fully onsite position in Benton Harbor, Michigan, starting on Day 1. The assignment is expected to last more than one year.