Hardware Test - Senior Software Engineer (R4978)
Develops Python-based software drivers, automated test frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines for hardware testing of aerospace components like PCBAs, avionics, and sensors. Collaborates with hardware and QA teams to ensure scalable, reliable validation infrastructure. Requires BS in CS/EE and advanced Python/Linux skills.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Architect, design, and develop software drivers and interfaces in Python for hardware systems, including PCBAs, avionics, sensors, and automated test equipment.
- Design and implement automated test frameworks to validate aircraft components and subsystems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and repeatability across multiple programs.
- Develop and evolve CI/CD pipelines that enable continuous integration, automated validation, and seamless deployment of test stand software.
- Build and maintain scalable test infrastructure and shared libraries, promoting modularity, reusability, and consistency across teams and platforms.
- Automate system provisioning and configuration management to accelerate deployment and maintenance of new test stands and test environments.
- Develop real-time monitoring and data visualization tools (e.g., Grafana) to deliver actionable insights during test execution and system debugging.
- Lead and participate in design and code reviews, championing sound architectural principles, testability, observability, and reliability throughout the software stack.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, systems, and QA teams to integrate software and test capabilities into broader aircraft validation workflows.
Requirements
- B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Mastery of fundamental computer science topics.
- Advanced skillset for developing software in Python.
- Experience with Linux including Bash scripting and networking.
- Ability to configure and maintain small computer networks.
- Experience working on complex software development projects.
Preferred
- Comfort working with hardware (circuit boards, motors, sensors).
- Mastery of fundamental engineering concepts including EE, Mech E, Programming, Physics, and Mathematics.
- Experience writing drivers for electronics test equipment.
- Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and innovation under pressure.
Skills
Python, Linux, Bash, CI/CD, Grafana, Test Automation, Pcbas, Avionics, Sensors, Automated Test Equipment
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