# Flight Software Development Engineer in Test

**Company:** [Turion Space](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/turion-space)
**Location:** Irvine, CA
**Role:** QA Engineering
**Salary:** $140k – $190k/yr
**Experience:** 2+ years
**Skills:** C++, C, Google Test, Cppunit, Pytest, CI/CD, Hitl, Sitl, Embedded Software, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Regression Testing, Performance Testing, Load Testing
**Posted:** 2026-04-23

> Designs and develops testing frameworks, plans, and automated tests for spacecraft flight software in HITL/SITL environments. Requires 2+ years software development experience, C/C++ proficiency, and hardware-interacting test expertise.

## Job Description

## Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a testing framework for the automated testing of the spacecraft software in HITL and SITL environments.
- Develop detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on software requirements, needs, and specifications. Define test objectives, scope, and criteria.
- Work closely with software developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure that software meets quality standards and requirements. Provide feedback and recommendations for improvements.
- Create and maintain comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports. Ensure all testing activities are documented and traceable.
- Develop a deep understanding of the avionics and flight software architecture and how the spacecraft operates as an integrated system.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by developing and implementing new testing standards, processes, and best practices.

## Minimum Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in software development and test.
- Experience developing modular and reusable software applications. **C/C++ proficiency mandatory**.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve software and hardware issues effectively with little to no supervision.
- Experience writing automated software tests which also interact with external hardware components in HITL/SITL environments.

## Preferred Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in flight software development and test.
- Familiarity and Experience with the following:
  - Software testing tools and frameworks such as **Google Test**, **CppUnit**, **Pytest**, etc.
  - Different testing techniques such as performance, regression, integration, unit, and load testing.
  - **Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)** for embedded software.

## Compensation
**Software Development Engineer in Test: $140,000-$190,000**

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