MTS Tester 1

TEKsystems; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Panasonic Avionics is seeking a Software QA Engineer/Tester in Irvine, CA to support testing of software and hardware systems within aviation technology. You will create and execute test plans, perform regression testing, and validate releases while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure high-quality products.

Ideal candidates have a technical degree and at least 1 year of testing experience in Linux/Unix and Android-based environments, with strong debugging and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
• 1+ year of software testing or related experience.
• Experience in Linux/Unix environments.
• Familiarity with Android-based systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Experience creating test cases and documenting results.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute test cases and test plans.
• Perform regression and integration testing.
• Validate software releases and system functionality.
• Identify, document, and track defects.
• Troubleshoot software and hardware issues.
• Support software release activities.
• Maintain testing environments and configurations.
• Document testing results and communicate findings.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Linux/Unix

Android-based systems

Testing in software/hardware

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Test case creation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Python

C++

PHP

MySQL

TestNG

Job description

Urgently Hiring | Software QA Engineer / Tester | Irvine, CA

Why This Opportunity?

Looking to break into the software testing space or take the next step in your QA career? Join Panasonic Avionics, a global leader in in-flight entertainment and connectivity technology used by airlines around the world.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience testing innovative software and hardware systems while working alongside experienced engineering teams. You'll have exposure to advanced aviation technology, connectivity solutions, and large-scale products that impact millions of travelers globally.

Position Overview

The Software QA Engineer will support the development, testing, integration, and release of software and hardware systems for Panasonic Avionics products. This position is responsible for validating software functionality, performing testing activities, documenting results, troubleshooting issues, and helping ensure the delivery of high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and execute test cases and test plans
• Perform regression and integration testing
• Validate software releases and system functionality
• Identify, document, and track software defects
• Troubleshoot software and hardware issues
• Support software release activities
• Maintain testing environments and test configurations
• Document testing results and communicate findings
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve issues

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
• 1+ year of software testing, software engineering, or systems testing experience
• Experience working within Linux/Unix environments
• Familiarity with Android-based systems
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience creating test cases and documenting testing results
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Preferred Qualifications

• Python
• C++
• PHP
• MySQL
• Behave
• TestNG
• Agile development methodologies
• Test automation experience

Ideal Candidate

Candidates with experience in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Software QA Engineer
• QA Tester
• Software Test Engineer
• Systems Test Engineer
• Validation Engineer
• Test Automation Engineer
• Junior QA Engineer
• Android Testing
• Linux System Testing

About Panasonic Avionics

Panasonic Avionics is a leader in in-flight entertainment and connectivity solutions, serving hundreds of airlines worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their technical skills while working with advanced aviation technology, software validation, and next-generation connectivity platforms.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Irvine, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.

About TEKsystems

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.