Software Test Engineer III

Firefly Aerospace; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

Parental leave

Relocation benefits

Educational reimbursement

Short term disability

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for the test team to lead testing strategies for Flight and Ground software used on launch vehicles, spacecraft, and facilities. You will mentor engineers and collaborate with Flight, Ground, and Guidance teams to ensure robust verification before launch.

You will design automated pipelines, implement unit test strategies, and drive continuous improvement in development processes within an Agile framework.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of formal software testing experience.
• Experience leading testing initiatives and delivering projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and architecture of complex test procedures in all-digital and hardware-in-the-loop environments.
• Architect and develop automated test frameworks and pipelines for daily commits of Ground and Flight Software.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical reviews for changes.
• Ensure compliance with customer test requirements and provide guidance on implementations.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Linux

Git

Agile

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

CI/CD

Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACEFirefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.SUMMARYYour role as a Senior Software Engineer on the test team will be critical to the success of Firefly Aerospace Software for use on launch vehicles, spacecraft, and launch facilities. You will lead the development and implementation of comprehensive testing strategies in all-digital and hardware-in-the-loop simulation environments for our Flight and Ground software. This will include leading software verification efforts where you will act as a senior technical reviewer and mentor for software changes.You will be part of the Aerospace Software Engineering Group and will work closely with Flight Software, Ground Software, Guidance Navigation and Control Software personnel to provide thorough tests for our software before use on a launch vehicle, spacecraft, or launch site. You will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to the strategic direction of the testing organization.RESPONSIBILITIESLead the design and architecture of complex test procedures for testing our software in all-digital and hardware-in-the-loop simulation environmentsArchitect and develop robust software frameworks for automating test case execution and report generationLead and mentor team members in establishing automated testing pipelines for daily commits of new Ground and Flight Software and serve as a senior technical reviewer for Merge/Pull RequestsDesign and implement comprehensive unit test strategiesInterpret and ensure compliance with customer test requirements, whether internal or external, and provide technical guidance on requirement implementationDevelop and document requirements, designs, plans, and schedules with consideration for long-term maintainability and scalabilityProvide accurate test development milestones and communicate them to stakeholders, identifying risks and proposing mitigation strategiesChampion Firefly Aerospace Software Engineering development processes and best practices, driving continuous improvement initiativesQUALIFICATIONSRequiredBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience, with a strong portfolio demonstrating relevant projects and accomplishments5 to 8+ years of experience with formal software testingDemonstrated leadership in software testing initiatives with proven track record of successful project deliveryStrong C/C++ and Python expertise with ability to mentor othersExtensive development experience under the Linux operating systemDeep knowledge of the Agile Software Development Model with experience leading agile practicesProficiency with Git version control on commercial software products, including advanced workflows and branching strategiesExperience with test automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelinesProven ability to work independently and lead technical initiativesPreferredExpert-level C/C++ and Python development skillsExperience architecting and implementing test frameworks and automation solutionsExperience using the NASA Trick Simulation EnvironmentContributions to open-source projects or technical publicationsFirefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, relocation benefits, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.