Lead Embedded Software Test Engineer

L3Harris

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Work type
On-site
Location
Wilmington, MA
Salary
$135,000–$250,500 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
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About L3Harris

L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.

L3Harris currently has 470 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Lead Embedded Software Test Engineer

Lead, Embedded Software Test Engineer (Optical Space Systems) joins a dynamic team to develop software for testing complex space-based imaging payloads. This role involves leading small embedded test software teams through the complete software lifecycle, from development and requirement refinement to mission operation. Key responsibilities include designing and writing test software for embedded systems, integrating flight systems at the software and hardware levels, and managing automated test infrastructure. The candidate will develop test plans, procedures, and reports while configuring hardware and software systems under test. Required technical skills include proficiency in LabView, COSMOS, MATLAB, and Simulink, along with experience in aerospace system test development. Preferred expertise includes DevOps tools like Jira, Bitbucket, Jenkins, and Confluence, as well as knowledge of image processors, IR detectors, and open architecture standards like OMS and UCI.

What you'll do

  • Lead small embedded test software teams to meet customer requirements within cost, scope, and schedule.
  • Provide technical guidance, refine requirements, and develop user stories for aerospace applications.
  • Design and write test software for space-based imaging payloads and embedded subsystems.
  • Integrate and test embedded flight systems at the software and hardware levels.
  • Develop test plans, procedures, traceability reports, and test case designs.
  • Configure and document hardware and software systems under test, including loading software onto multiple devices.
  • Manage automated test infrastructure and handle complex areas of test software for multiple systems.
  • Analyze test results and document all testing issues and failures.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree and 9 years of experience, a graduate degree and 7 years of experience, or 13 years of experience without a degree.
  • Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Experience in test development for aerospace systems.
  • Professional experience integrating and testing embedded processing systems at the software/hardware level.
  • 5+ years of experience in LabView, COSMOS, MATLAB, or Simulink.
  • Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance (preferred).
  • Experience with DevOps tools including Jira, Bitbucket, Jenkins, and Confluence (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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