Software Test Engineer

Actalent; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Software Test Engineer in Troy, MI to verify and validate embedded vehicle software. You will develop automated tests, participate in HIL/SIL environments, and work across labs and field settings to ensure robust software delivery.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, script development in Python and related tools, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive quality and CI/CD improvements. This is a contract-to-hire position with onsite work in Troy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Software Test Engineering, QA, embedded software, or systems integration.
• Proficiency with automated test development tools and scripting languages.
• Ability to work with HIL/SIL environments and vehicle networks.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain automated test frameworks.
• Support HIL and SIL test environments.
• Conduct hands-on testing in lab and vehicle settings.
• Capture and analyze vehicle network communications.
• Troubleshoot software and system integration issues.
• Collaborate with engineers to identify root causes and drive fixes.
• Support CI/CD and automated regression testing.
• Develop formal test documentation for milestones and fielding.

Skills

Software testing experience

QA & embedded software knowledge

Automation testing

Lab testing & test execution

Tools

Python

PyTest

Robot Framework

TestStand

C/C++

Bash

PowerShell

CANoe/CANalyzer

dSPACE

National Instruments

Git

Jira

Azure DevOps

Job description

Job Title: Software Test Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated Software Test Engineer to join our team, focusing on software verification and validation for advanced military ground vehicle systems. This role involves developing and executing comprehensive software test plans, automated test scripts, and validation procedures for embedded vehicle software.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain automated test frameworks.
• Support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test environments.
• Conduct hands‑on testing in laboratory and vehicle settings.
• Capture and analyze vehicle network communications.
• Troubleshoot software and system integration issues.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify root causes and drive corrective actions.
• Support CI/CD integration and automated regression testing.
• Develop formal test documentation required for program milestones and government fielding activities.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in Software Test Engineering, Software Quality Assurance, Embedded Software Development, or Systems Integration.
• Proficiency in automated test development using Python, PyTest, Robot Framework, TestStand, TestComplete, C/C++, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test environments.
• Knowledge of vehicle network communications (CAN, CAN‑FD, J1939, Ethernet, TCP/IP, MIL‑STD‑1553).
• Experience using Vector CANoe/CANalyzer, dSPACE, National Instruments, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Hands‑on experience with vehicle integration, troubleshooting, and validation testing.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated regression testing, and software verification & validation.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies including unit, integration, functional, regression, performance, and acceptance testing.
• Experience creating test plans, test procedures, traceability matrices, and technical reports.
• Ability to diagnose hardware/software integration issues in lab and vehicle environments.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with Git, Jira, and Azure DevOps.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wire harness diagrams, and interface control documents (ICDs).
• Strong communication skills with technical and executive stakeholders.
• Military ground vehicle experience.
• Knowledge of VICTORY architecture standards.
• Embedded Linux experience.
• Real‑Time Operating Systems (RTOS) experience.
• Experience supporting government witness testing.

Work Environment

The work environment is a hybrid mix of laboratory, vehicle integration, proving ground, and field test settings. You will support prototype and production military vehicle platforms and collaborate cross‑functionally with software engineers, systems engineers, and vehicle test teams. Occasional travel to test facilities and proving grounds may be required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Troy, MI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $72.11/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 Troy,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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