Autonomous Ground Systems Test Engineer

AeroVect; Washington; On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy and is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to lead V&V for autonomous ground support equipment. You will plan, run, and analyze tests in simulation and real-world environments to ensure safety and performance as AeroVect scales its autonomous solutions.

Candidates should have 5+ years in vehicle testing or robotics, strong debugging, and experience with structured test processes. Relocation to Atlanta is expected with up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or related field.
• 5+ years hands-on vehicle testing, embedded systems or robotics.
• Familiar with real-world and simulation-based automotive/AV testing.
• Knowledge of V-model, HIL/SIL, test automation, and data analysis tools.
• Strong debugging and cross-disciplinary teamwork.
• Ability to communicate technical issues across all levels.
• Willingness to relocate to Atlanta; travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead V&V planning and execution for safety-critical AGSE systems.
• Develop and maintain test plans for AV subsystems across ODD.
• Provide artifacts to verify requirements and guide deployment.
• Execute manual and automated tests in closed courses and live environments.
• Operate and monitor AVs across driving modes; ensure safety.
• Analyze diagnostics, sensor data, and incident data to verify performance.
• Collaborate with autonomy, hardware and S&S teams; report issues and root causes.
• Create scripts/tools for test automation, reporting, and regression tracking.
• Participate in triage and release-readiness; mentor others in TDD.

Skills

Debugging skills

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Test planning & analysis

Communication across levels

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Computer Science/Engineering/Mechatronics/Aerospace

MS or PhD preferred in a related technical field

Tools

DOORS

Jama

Polarion

Enterprise Architect

Job description

AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy and is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to lead V&V for autonomous ground support equipment. You will plan, run, and analyze tests in simulation and real-world environments to ensure safety and performance as AeroVect scales its autonomous solutions.

Candidates should have 5+ years in vehicle testing or robotics, strong debugging, and experience with structured test processes. Relocation to Atlanta is expected with up to 25% travel.