Avionics Software Test Engineer

The Structures Company; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Job summary

The Structures Company is seeking an Avionics Software Test Engineer in Tustin to verify safety-critical software using Python-based test development. You will translate requirements into test cases, review scripts, and help build out the regression suite.

The role requires DO-178 or similar safety-critical program experience, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to onboard quickly while coaching the team in test development.

Qualifications

• U.S. Person as defined by ITAR regulations.
• Experience with DO-178 or similar safety-critical programs.

Responsibilities

• Translate requirements into Python-based test cases and scripts.
• Review and approve test cases and scripts to build the regression suite.
• Maintain established software test verification processes.
• Coach the team and resolve technical issues.
• Onboard quickly and demonstrate proficiency in Python-based test development.
• Work with SITL and HITL environments to clear the testing backlog.

Skills

Python

Software testing

DO-178

SITL

HITL

Regression test suites

Team coaching

Tools

SITL environment

HITL environment

Job description

JOB TITLE: Avionics Software Test EngineerLOCATION: Tustin, CAPAY RATE: $96.50/hourWe are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.Job Details:Job Type: Contract (Long Term)Industry: Aerospace / Defense / AviationBenefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplierOpenings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.Qualifying Questions:Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?Summary:Serves as a Senior Software Test Engineer for safety-critical software verification.Acts as a technical authority on translating requirements into software test cases and scripts written in Python.Reviews and approves test cases and scripts to build out the regression test suite.Maintains established processes for software test verification.Supports coaching the team and resolving technical issues.Demonstrates immediate proficiency in Python-based test development.Works with specialized SITL and HITL environments to clear the testing backlog efficiently.Applies DO-178 software verification or similar safety-critical program experience.Performs strong troubleshooting for software verification activities.Rapidly onboards and hits the ground running with test development.Requirements:Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).Experience with DO-178 software verification or similar safety-critical programs is required.Strong troubleshooting skills are required.Proficiency in Python for software test case and script development.Experience reviewing and approving test cases and scripts.Experience building regression test suites.Experience with SITL and HITL environments.Ability to support coaching the team and resolving technical issues.Ability to rapidly onboard and demonstrate immediate proficiency in Python-based test development.Experience as a Senior Software Test Engineer or similar role.About Us:The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.Eligibility Requirements:Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defenseTake your career to new heights—apply today!Engineers - #hotjobs