Aerospace Software Verification Engineer

Katalyst CRO; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO in Rockford, IL seeks a software verification engineer to lead verification activities for a team of 5–10 engineers. You will analyze requirements, design and execute test cases, document results, and manage defects to ensure compliance with DO-178B/C standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining traceability across artifacts, preparing verification reports, and coordinating with System and Software Development teams to assure robust certification readiness.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM is required.
• Experience with software verification activities is preferred.
• Knowledge of DO-178B/C standards is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly analyze software requirements to develop comprehensive test cases.
• Design and document detailed software verification test cases with inputs, outputs, and coverage.
• Execute test cases on target hardware/software platforms and document results.
• Identify, report, and track software defects with development teams.
• Perform code coverage analysis to ensure adequate testing of components and paths.
• Prepare detailed software verification reports with acceptance justifications.
• Maintain traceability between requirements, design, tests, and results for certification.
• Coordinate and collaborate with System and Software Development teams.

Skills

Test case design

Test execution

Defect reporting & tracking

Traceability

DO-178B/C compliance

Education

Degree in STEM

Job description

Job Description & Skill Requirement

Primary responsible for getting executed below verification activities by the team of 5 to 10 Engineers:

• Thoroughly analyze software requirements to develop comprehensive test cases that cover all functional and non-functional aspects of the system.
• Design and document detailed software verification test cases, including input parameters, expected outputs, and coverage analysis to ensure thorough testing.
• Execute test cases on the target hardware and software platforms, meticulously documenting test results and identifying any deviations from expected behavior.
• Identify, report, and track software defects discovered during testing, working closely with development teams to resolve issues promptly.
• Perform code coverage analysis to ensure adequate testing of all software components and paths, meeting DO-178B/C standards.
• Prepare detailed software verification reports that document test results, including pass/fail criteria, deviations, and justifications for acceptance.
• Maintain traceability between requirements, design documents, test cases, and test results to demonstrate compliance with certification standards.
• Coordinate and collaborate with System and Software Development teams.

Job Description & Skill Requirement

Primary responsible for getting executed below verification activities by the team of 5 to 10 Engineers:

• Thoroughly analyze software requirements to develop comprehensive test cases that cover all functional and non-functional aspects of the system.
• Design and document detailed software verification test cases, including input parameters, expected outputs, and coverage analysis to ensure thorough testing.
• Execute test cases on the target hardware and software platforms, meticulously documenting test results and identifying any deviations from expected behavior.
• Identify, report, and track software defects discovered during testing, working closely with development teams to resolve issues promptly.
• Perform code coverage analysis to ensure adequate testing of all software components and paths, meeting DO-178B/C standards.
• Prepare detailed software verification reports that document test results, including pass/fail criteria, deviations, and justifications for acceptance.
• Maintain traceability between requirements, design documents, test cases, and test results to demonstrate compliance with certification standards.
• Coordinate and collaborate with System and Software Development teams.

Qualification

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).