Flight Autonomy Test Automation Engineer

F7d8749a; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a software engineer to advance V-BAT test operations, focusing on automation capabilities across autonomy, embedded systems, and ground control software. You will gather requirements, write automation, and integrate with simulation and hardware test environments.

The role involves defining robust test cases, automating system-level tests, and prototyping scalable testing solutions to support release testing and flight milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in a relevant field with 5+ years of experience for Senior, or 7+ years for Staff.
• Strong Python skills and software testing experience.
• Familiarity with Git and build/packaging systems (CMake, Poetry).
• Passion for growth and excellence in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with GNC and Embedded teams to build software for simulation, avionics, and test equipment.
• Define test cases for embedded or GNC software and automate them for continuous runs.
• Develop interfaces to orchestrate simulation environments and hardware for realistic test scenarios.
• Prototype fast and scale solutions for continuous release testing.
• Support flight test planning and major product milestones.

Skills

Python

Git

CMake

Test automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree in related field

PhD (optional)

Tools

Poetry

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a software engineer to advance V-BAT test operations, focusing on automation capabilities across autonomy, embedded systems, and ground control software. You will gather requirements, write automation, and integrate with simulation and hardware test environments.

The role involves defining robust test cases, automating system-level tests, and prototyping scalable testing solutions to support release testing and flight milestones.