Embedded Software Test Engineer (DO-178C / DAL-A)

HCLTech; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

10 days paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

HCLTech is looking for an Embedded Software Test Engineer to ensure compliance with DO-178C standards in safety-critical embedded systems. You will perform verification and validation of avionics software, develop test cases, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has significant experience in DAL-A verification and is familiar with test automation and structural coverage tools.

This role offers a competitive salary range from $70,000 to $150,000 per year and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with DO-178C standards and DAL-A verification.
• Experience in unit testing and functional testing methodologies.
• Proven experience in test automation and test framework development.

Responsibilities

• Perform verification and validation of embedded avionics software.
• Develop and execute unit tests and automated test scripts.
• Design and maintain test cases and regression test suites.

Skills

DO-178C compliance

DAL-A verification

Functional testing methodologies

Test automation

Embedded systems

Tools

LDRA

VectorCAST

Job description

Embedded Software Test Engineer (DO-178C / DAL-A)

About the Role

HCLTech is seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Test Engineer with strong experience in DO-178C compliance and DAL-A verification to support aerospace and avionics programs. This role focuses on validating safety-critical embedded systems, ensuring compliance with certification standards, and driving high-quality verification processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform verification and validation (V&V) of embedded avionics software in compliance with DO-178C standards (DAL-A)
• Develop and execute unit tests, functional tests, and automated test scripts
• Design and maintain test cases, test procedures, and regression test suites
• Conduct structural coverage analysis (SCA) using tools such as LDRA, VectorCAST, or similar
• Perform quantitative and object code analysis to support certification requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across software, systems, and certification engineering
• Support test documentation, traceability, and compliance artifacts for regulatory audits

Required Qualifications

• Strong hands‑on experience with DO-178C standards, with DAL-A level verification experience
• Experience in unit testing and functional testing methodologies
• Proven experience in test automation and test framework development
• Experience with structural coverage tools (LDRA, VectorCAST, or similar)
• Experience with object code analysis / low-level verification
• Solid understanding of embedded systems and software‑hardware interaction

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with aircraft GNSS systems or CNS (Communication, Navigation & Surveillance) domains
• Prior experience in avionics or aerospace safety‑critical systems
• Exposure to HIL/SIL testing environments

Compliance Requirement (Mandatory)

This position involves work on systems regulated under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Only U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) are eligible to apply.

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting‑edge aerospace and avionics systems
• Be part of high‑impact, safety‑critical programs
• Collaborate with global engineering teams and certification authorities

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range Minimum: $ 70000 per year

Pay Range Maximum: $ 150000 per year

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to [e-mail] for investigation.

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need‑based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior‑level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.