Autonomy Systems Test Engineer - Safety & Validation Lead

Forterra Inc.; Clarksburg (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Healthcare Benefits

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement savings plan

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading technology company in Clarksburg, MD, is seeking a System Test Engineer focused on validating autonomous ground systems used in various environments. The role entails designing and executing test plans, ensuring safety and performance, and working closely with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, and good communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000—$140,000 annually and excellent benefits including healthcare, PTO, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in system test, validation, integration, or V&V roles.
• Experience with automotive and defense safety standards such as ISO 26262.
• Hands-on experience testing, troubleshooting hardware or software systems.

Responsibilities

• Own vehicle-level test strategy for autonomy features and safety-critical functions.
• Design and execute comprehensive test plans.
• Analyze results and perform root cause analysis.

Skills

System-level testing

Troubleshooting hardware/software

Communication skills

Customer-focused mindset

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or a related field

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Automated test frameworks

Job description

A leading technology company in Clarksburg, MD, is seeking a System Test Engineer focused on validating autonomous ground systems used in various environments. The role entails designing and executing test plans, ensuring safety and performance, and working closely with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, and good communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000—$140,000 annually and excellent benefits including healthcare, PTO, and tuition reimbursement.