Firmware Test Engineer

Pow.bio; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Neros Technologies in Torrance, California is seeking an experienced Test Engineer to develop robust automated testing frameworks for drone and ground control software. The candidate should have over 5 years of experience in software testing, particularly with embedded systems, and demonstrate strong scripting skills, preferably in Python.

The role involves ensuring build stability, CI/CD integration, and contributing to high-quality software through comprehensive testing. The estimated salary range for this position is $130,000 - $180,000 USD.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software testing experience focusing on embedded systems and HIL testing.
• Hands-on experience with setting up HIL test systems.
• Strong development skills in a scripting language, preferably Python.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain test suites for Neros drone & ground control software.
• Build and enhance automated testing frameworks and tools.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Software testing

Embedded systems

HIL testing

Python

CI/CD tools

Embedded communication protocols

Tools

Gitlab CI

Jenkins

C/C++

Job description

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands‑on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.

What you will be doing

• Automated Test Development: Design, develop, and maintain test suites to validate the Neros drone & ground control software
• Test Framework Development: Build and enhance automated testing frameworks and tools that facilitate automated testing
• CI/CD Integration: Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing of software
• Ensure Build Stability: Monitor the test results and ensure the stability of builds before releases
• Quality Assurance: Contribute to maintaining high-quality software by ensuring comprehensive test coverage, and enforcing testing best practices
• Documentation: Create and maintain documentation related to automated test cases, test plans, and test results

You should have the following

• 5+ years of software testing with a focus on embedded systems and HIL testing
• Hands‑on experience building, setting up HIL test systems
• Strong development skills with a scripting language (e.g. Python) for test automation
• Familiarity with embedded communication protocols - - e.g. I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet
• Experience with a CI/CD tools - Gitlab CI, Jenkins
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced work environment

Nice to have

• Experience with C/C++ is a plus
• Experience with Bazel, Cmake, make or another embedded build system
• Experience testing RF products
• Experience with FPV Drone software including Betaflight, ExpressLRS, PX4, Ardupilot, etc.

US Salary Range

$130,000 - $180,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros’ total compensation package.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.