Software Engineer 3 - HIL

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 88,648 - 126,257; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Referral program benefits

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology firm is seeking experienced Test & Verification Engineers to support a new software engineering initiative. Located in Cambridge, MA, candidates with skills in HIL and CI/CD pipelines are desired. Responsibilities include configuring test environments, executing test cases, and collaborating with multifunctional teams. The role offers competitive pay of up to $78.00/hour, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance and present a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and typically 3 or more years of experience in a software engineering classification.
• Must be able to work onsite in Cambridge, MA.
• Hands-on experience with hardware integration.

Responsibilities

• Set up and configure test environments for software validation.
• Design and execute test cases to verify software functionality.
• Create and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks.

Skills

NI TestStand

NI VeriStand

NI LabVIEW

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

Problem-solving

Version control (e.g., Git)

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

NI PXIe systems

HIL testing

Job description

Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

The Company is seeking a broad range of experience levels including; Experienced, Senior, and Subject Matter Expert (SME)/Technical Lead Engineer (TLE) Level Test & Verification Engineers who will provide engineering support for a new SW engineering initiative involving CI/CD pipelines and AI tools.

This position will be physically located in Cambridge, MA.

Sets up and configures test environments, including hardware, software, and network configurations to replicate production environments. Designs, develops, and completes test and verification of software products to ensure quality, reliability, and functionality. Partners with stakeholders to review and identify software requirements, test objectives, test strategies, and testability of the product. Designs test plans, cases, and scenarios to meet software requirements and specifications. Executes test cases and scenarios to verify functionality, performance, and safety of software systems, identifying and reporting defects, issues, and potential vulnerabilities found during testing processes. Provides test results and feedback on software design and functionality to resolve defects, issues, and potential vulnerabilities. Creates, documents, and maintains test plans, procedures, cases, artifacts, metrics, and data in accordance with data privacy and security protocols and standards. Develops and maintains automated test scripts and frameworks to improve efficiency and effectiveness of testing processes. Performs software project management functions across test and verification activities involving multifunctional teams. Sets up and maintains a Hardware-In-the-Loop automation system for automating system level software and hardware tests for avionics platforms.

Experienced (Level 3)

• Sets up and configures test environments, including hardware, software, and network configurations to replicate production environments.
• Excellent collaborator with cross-functional teams to achieve a common goal, including a teamwork mindset, good communication skills, and a desire for fast-paced development.
• Proficient in NI TestStand, NI VeriStand, and NI LabVIEW for HIL testing and automation, or similar HIL platforms.
• Hands-on experience with NI PXIe systems and hardware integration.
• Knowledge of avionics communication protocols (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, CAN) a plus.
• Experience in verifying and validating avionics display systems a plus.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, MATLAB or similar.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Familiarity with data acquisition and signal processing techniques.
• Familiar with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Experienced with automated test and verification.
• Comfortable with lab and hardware systems/equipment.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications (Required Skill/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree and typically 3 or more years' experience in a software engineering classification or a Master's degree with 1 year of experience in a software engineering classification.
• Must be able to work onsite in Cambridge, MA

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Education or experience in modern HIL techniques and/or use of AI Tools
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance if sponsored.

Experienced (Level 3)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+1 years' related work experience).

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• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plans

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Position Id : 377245
Status : Open
Location : Cambridge, Massachusetts
Duration : 12+ months
Pay Rate : Up to $78.00/Hour
Employment Type : Contract
Work Shift : Shift-1