Join a team focused on integrating and testing real-time embedded software in a Linux environment for mission-critical systems. This role offers the opportunity to work across software, hardware, networking, and cybersecurity while collaborating with engineering partners in a fast-paced, highly technical setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, debug, and execute both manual and automated verification tests for software requirements.
• Support integration of software applications on Linux-based operating systems, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
• Build, maintain, and troubleshoot a combined software and hardware integration test environment.
• Work with communication protocols and network components such as switches, VLANs, CAN, serial, and Ethernet.
• Use scripting and programming skills to support testing, automation, and problem solving.
• Track work and manage configuration items using Git, GitLab, and Jira.
• Assist with cybersecurity-related tasks such as hardening systems and supporting scans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, including mechanical, electrical, controls, and systems partners.
• Help mentor less experienced test engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.
• At least 2 years of experience in software integration and testing.
• Hands-on experience testing real-time embedded software in Linux or Unix-like environments.
• Strong programming or scripting ability in C++, Python, and/or Bash.
• Experience with version control and issue tracking tools such as Git, GitLab, and Jira.
• Ability to develop and execute manual and automated test cases.
• Experience working with computer networks and troubleshooting protocol-based communications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with traceability across requirements, design, and verification artifacts.
• Familiarity with military or commercial engineering standards.
• Exposure to model-based design tools such as UML tools, MagicDraw, or Enterprise Architect.
• Experience with DOORS or other requirements management tools.
• Familiarity with Qt framework for front-end development.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity tools and practices, including Nessus, Coverity, SSL/TLS, SSH, SFTP, and STIG hardening.
• Experience using virtual machines in test or deployment environments.
• Background with NI tools such as TestStand, VeriStand, or LabVIEW.
• Exposure to combat vehicle systems or similar mission-focused environments.

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