Systems Test & Verification Engineer (Avionics / Embedded)

Elevateprimesolutions; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevateprimesolutions is hiring a Senior Systems Test & Verification Engineer in Scottsdale, Arizona. The ideal candidate will support spacecraft avionics programs through system-level validation, embedded systems testing, and electronics verification across hardware, firmware, and software.

At least 6 years of experience in System Verification & Validation is required, with responsibilities including developing test plans, performing validations, and troubleshooting issues. A background in aerospace or defense environments is desirable.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience, 10+ preferred.
• Hands-on experience with MCU, MPU, FPGA/ASIC.
• Strong electronics background including PCB.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute system-level test plans.
• Perform hardware, firmware, and software validation.
• Conduct environmental and qualification testing.

Skills

System Verification & Validation

Test planning and procedure development

Embedded systems testing

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Hardware integration and troubleshooting

Environmental testing

Job description

Role Overview

We’re hiring a Senior Systems Test & Verification Engineer to support cutting‑edge spacecraft avionics programs. This role focuses on system‑level validation, embedded systems testing, and electronics verification across hardware, firmware, and software.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or equivalent)
• 6+ years of experience (10+ preferred)
• Strong experience in System Verification & Validation (V&V)
• Expertise in test planning, procedure development & execution
• Hands‑on experience with embedded systems (MCU, MPU, FPGA/ASIC)
• Strong electronics background (digital, power, mixed‑signal, PCB)
• Experience with hardware + software integration & troubleshooting
• Environmental testing (temperature, vibration, EMI/EMC)
• Strong skills in root‑cause analysis & failure investigation

Key Responsibilities

• Develop & execute system‑level test plans and verification strategies
• Perform hardware, firmware & software validation
• Conduct environmental & qualification testing
• Troubleshoot issues down to component level
• Perform engineering analysis (signal integrity, timing, reliability)
• Lead root‑cause analysis and defect resolution
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams for integration & production support
• Maintain technical documentation & reports

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Aerospace / Defense / Spacecraft avionics experience
• FPGA/ASIC‑based systems exposure
• EMI/EMC, signal integrity, reliability analysis
• Experience in system modeling & requirements development
• Leadership / mentoring experience

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 8–15+ years in systems test & verification
• Strong in embedded systems + electronics + system validation
• Background in mission‑critical / aerospace / defense environments
• Excellent troubleshooting & analytical skills