Software Test Engineer

Moseley Technical Services, Inc.; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 145,305,000 - 161,924,000; Full time

Job summary

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Software Test Engineer in Sterling Heights, MI to support advanced military ground vehicle software testing, regression validation, and integrated systems verification for mission-critical defense platforms.

The role requires expertise in regression testing, system integration testing, HIL testing, and CAN Bus communications, with responsibilities spanning test design, execution, and detailed reporting across virtual, lab, and on-vehicle environments.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in: Systems testing, Regression testing, Integrated vehicle system debugging.
• 5+ years of experience authoring: System test procedures, Regression test cases, Boundary condition testing, Negative test scenarios.
• Experience working in cross-functional vehicle software development programs.
• Experience using test and requirements management tools including: JIRA, DOORS, TestRail, Zephyr.
• Strong understanding of regression testing methodologies and risk-based test prioritization.
• Experience performing root cause analysis and debugging complex system-level issues.
• Knowledge of vehicle communication protocols including: CAN Bus, LIN, Ethernet.
• Experience generating formal test reports and program documentation.
• Knowledge of systems design and systems-level testing methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Must be able to climb on/off and work around military vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and execute regression test procedures for military ground vehicle systems.
• Support system regression testing for internal and external software releases.
• Support vehicle-level system testing in virtual, lab, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and on-vehicle environments.
• Develop detailed test cases from Software Requirements Specifications (SRS), including boundary condition and negative testing scenarios.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex integrated vehicle systems and software issues.
• Analyze test logs, datasets, and system outputs to identify trends, defects, and failure conditions.
• Generate detailed test reports, including: Test coverage, Defect density, Pass/fail metrics, Risk assessments.
• Perform regression test prioritization based on software changes and system impact.
• Track defects, test execution, and validation activities using tools such as JIRA, DOORS, TestRail, or Zephyr.
• Collaborate across software, systems, integration, and program teams to support testing objectives and release readiness.
• Participate in peer reviews and support completion of contractual program deliverables.
• Escalate technical issues with clear supporting data and documentation.
• Support occasional overtime, weekend testing, and vehicle test events as required.

Skills

Regression testing

System testing

HIL testing

CAN Bus communications

Vehicle software debugging

Test automation tools

Systems validation

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical/Systems Engineering or equivalent

Tools

JIRA

DOORS

TestRail

Zephyr

Job description

Check out this new opportunity!Software EngineerSterling Heights, MI$50.71 - $56.51/Hour

We are hiring a Software Test Engineer in Sterling Heights, MI to support advanced military ground vehicle software testing, regression validation, and integrated systems verification for mission-critical defense platforms. This role requires expertise in regression testing, system integration testing, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, CAN Bus communications, vehicle software debugging, test automation tools, and systems validation supporting armored combat vehicle systems and complex vehicle network architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and execute regression test procedures for military ground vehicle systems.
• Support system regression testing for internal and external software releases.
• Support vehicle-level system testing in virtual, lab, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and on-vehicle environments.
• Develop detailed test cases from Software Requirements Specifications (SRS), including boundary condition and negative testing scenarios.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex integrated vehicle systems and software issues.
• Analyze test logs, datasets, and system outputs to identify trends, defects, and failure conditions.
• Generate detailed test reports, including:
  • Test coverage
  • Defect density
  • Pass/fail metrics
  • Risk assessments
• Perform regression test prioritization based on software changes and system impact.
• Track defects, test execution, and validation activities using tools such as JIRA, DOORS, TestRail, or Zephyr.
• Collaborate across software, systems, integration, and program teams to support testing objectives and release readiness.
• Participate in peer reviews and support completion of contractual program deliverables.
• Escalate technical issues with clear supporting data and documentation.
• Support occasional overtime, weekend testing, and vehicle test events as required.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in: Systems testing Regression testing Integrated vehicle system debugging
• 5+ years of experience authoring: System test procedures Regression test cases Boundary condition testing Negative test scenarios
• Experience working within cross-functional or cross-organizational vehicle software development programs.
• Experience using test and requirements management tools including: JIRA DOORSTestRailZephyr
• Strong understanding of regression testing methodologies and risk-based test prioritization.
• Experience performing root cause analysis and debugging complex system-level issues.
• Knowledge of vehicle communication protocols including: CAN BusLINEthernet Ability to analyze large testing datasets and system logs.
• Experience generating formal test reports and program documentation.
• Knowledge of systems design and systems-level testing methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Must be able to climb on/off and work around military vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible.
• Previous defense industry experience.
• Experience with ground combat vehicle network architecture designs.
• Familiarity with Type 1 / Type 2 hypervisors.
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes containerization technologies.
• Familiarity with IoT concepts.
• Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives and engineering process improvements.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications. Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover. Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation. We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of "World Class Service. World Class Company."