Avionics Software Test Engineer

Mach is a defense manufacturing company that builds munitions to help the United States win future wars. Backed by $85M in funding from top venture firms, our small lean team ideates, designs, manufactures, and sells cutting-edge weapons to the Department of Defense.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Test Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in DevSecOps, configuration management, telemetry, and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testing. This role involves integrating and testing software with a focus on ensuring data flow, ingestion, and spoofing hardware messages for comprehensive validation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement software test protocols to evaluate product performance and reliability.

• Manage configuration, telemetry, and data flow for software systems.

• Integrate and test software components, ensuring seamless data ingestion.

• Conduct HITL testing to validate system functionality in realistic environments.

• Utilize HPC (High Performance Computing) resources to optimize testing processes.

• Create and maintain detailed documentation for testing procedures and outcomes.

• Collaborate with development teams to troubleshoot and resolve software issues.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for software testing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience as a software test engineer, preferably in the aerospace or defense industry.

• Proficiency in DevSecOps practices and configuration management tools.

• Experience with telemetry systems and data flow management.

• Strong understanding of HITL testing and the ability to spoof hardware messages.

• Familiarity with HPC environments and their application in software testing.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Disclosures

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).  Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and training, critical skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Mach’s total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Mach is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. If you’d like to defend the American way of life, please reach out!