Lead Test Engineer

GeoLogics; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 82,656 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

GeoLogics is looking for a Lead Test Engineer to oversee a team of integration and test engineers in Scottsdale, AZ. Responsibilities include developing test strategies, architecting test solutions, and coordinating integration activities. Candidates should possess strong programming skills, particularly in Python, and have significant experience in hardware/software integration testing. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, along with 8+ years of experience, is required. This position is a 1-year contract with an hourly rate up to $65/hr.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of job-related experience or Master's degree plus 6 years.
• Experience leading a team of 3 to 5 members.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of integration and test engineers.
• Develop and maintain the test strategy for embedded products.
• Architect test solutions that validate system requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Object-oriented programming

Python

Test automation frameworks

Hardware/software integration testing

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

8+ years of job-related experience

Tools

Signal analyzer

Signal generator

USRP

Job description

Role: Lead Test Engineer

Client: Defense-Aerospace

Hourly Rate: up to $65/hr (W2, non-benefited)

Length: 1-year contract

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Clearance: U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of integration and test engineers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and direction
• Develop and maintain the test strategy for embedded products
• Architect test solutions that effectively validate system requirements
• Establish best practices for test automation, continuous integration, and test reporting
• Leading Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and internal testing assessments with key program stakeholders
• Design comprehensive test plans that cover all aspects of product functionality
• Develop automated test scripts using Python 3.9+ following company's coding standards
• Implement robust verification and validation methodologies
• Coordinate integration activities between hardware, firmware, and software teams
• Establish integration procedures that ensure smooth component interaction
• Support AGILE implementation
• Create detailed test documentation including test plans, procedures, and reports
• Maintain accurate records of test activities and results
• Ability to develop ROMs in accordance with execution of requirements
• Conduct Performance reviews per process

Required & Desired Skills

• Experience leading 3 to 5 team members, holding team members accountable to program milestone execution
• Expert knowledge and experience with object-oriented programming, system processes and scripting languages, Python
• Strong understanding of test automation frameworks and methodologies
• Experience with hardware/software integration testing
• Significant experience with test equipment (signal analyzer, signal generator, USRP)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Outstanding communication skills for frequent contact with managers, project teams across the company and external customers and vendors

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices
• Familiarity with embedded systems development and testing
• Experience with requirements management and traceability
• Background in defense or aerospace industries
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
• Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Recognized as a subject matter expert (SME) in multiple technical areas

Required Education and Experience

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience.