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216159 - Software Engineer-Test & Verification 5

Industry
IT
Region
MA-Massachusetts
City
Cambridge
State
MA
Rate
Up to $117.26 DOE
Duration
12 months
Description

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Software Engineer-Test & Verification (Level 5) for a contract opportunity in Cambridge, MA.



BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

  • Must be able to work onsite in Cambridge, MA

    • POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Sets up and configures test environments, including hardware, software, and network configurations to replicate production environments. Designs, develops, and completes test and verification of software products to ensure quality, reliability, and functionality. Partners with stakeholders to review and identify software requirements, test objectives, test strategies, and testability. Designs test plans, cases, and scenarios to meet software requirements and specifications. Executes test cases and scenarios to verify functionality, performance, and safety of software systems, identifying and reporting defects, issues, and potential vulnerabilities found during testing processes. Provides test results and feedback on software design and functionality to resolve defects, issues, and potential vulnerabilities. Creates, documents, and maintains test plans, procedures, cases, artifacts, metrics, and data in accordance with data privacy and security protocols and standards. Develops and maintains automated test scripts and frameworks to improve efficiency and effectiveness of testing processes. Performs software project management functions across test and verification activities involving multifunctional teams. Sets up and maintains a Hardware-In-the-Loop automation system for automating system level software and hardware tests for avionics platforms.

    Technical Lead Engineer (Level 5)
  • Oversees set up and configuration of test environments, including hardware, software, and network configurations to replicate production environments.
  • Oversees a small technical team to accomplish technical milestones, and contributes to the development of advanced rapid development software capabilities.
  • Communicates technical progress, hurdles, proposed solutions, and team updates to Leadership.
  • Research or publications in the HIL or AI software field are a strong plus, but not required.
  • Familiarity with FPGA testing/architecture is a plus.
  • Sets up and configures test environments, including hardware, software, and network configurations to replicate production environments.
  • Excellent collaborator with cross-functional teams to achieve a common goal, including a teamwork mindset, good communication skills, and a desire for fast-paced development.
  • Proficient in NI TestStand, NI VeriStand, and NI LabVIEW for HIL testing and automation, or similar HIL platforms.
  • Hands-on experience with NI PXIe systems and hardware integration.
  • Knowledge of avionics communication protocols (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, CAN) a plus.
  • Experience in verifying and validating avionics display systems a plus.
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, MATLAB or similar.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Familiarity with data acquisition and signal processing techniques.
  • Familiar with version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Experienced with automated test and verification.
  • Comfortable with lab and hardware systems/equipment.
  • Leads the setup and configuration of test environments, including hardware, software, and network configurations to replicate production environments.
  • Familiar with automated testing methodologies and frameworks to ensure rapid and efficient test execution is a plus.
  • Willingness to use AI Tools in HIL development required, familiarity is a plus but not required.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with CI/CD (DevSecOps) teams to integrate software deployment with hardware-in-the-loop testing environments.
  • Proficient in NI TestStand, NI VeriStand, and NI LabVIEW for HIL testing and automation.
  • Excellent collaborator with cross-functional teams to achieve a common goal, including a teamwork mindset, good communication skills, and a desire for fast-paced development.
  • Advises on the setup and configuration of test environments, including hardware, software, and data configurations to replicate production environments.
  • Familiarity with FPGA testing/architecture is a plus.

    • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

  • Education or experience in modern HIL techniques and/or use of AI Tools.

    • REQUIRED EDUCATION:

    Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 7 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+3 years' related work experience, Master+5 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

    WORK HOURS FULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT; 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM


    Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.

    Contact
    Zachary Fasano
    zfasano@chiptonross.com
    CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
    420 Culver Boulevard
    Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

    Phone: (310) 414-7800 x252 or (800) 927-9318 x252

    Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

    Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

    Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.