Senior Software Test Engineer, Autonomous Systems
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Job description
Impulse Space is hiring a Senior Software Test Engineer, Autonomous Systems — a full-time, based in Redondo Beach, CA role. Apply directly on Impulse Space's careers page below.
Senior Spacecraft Software Test Engineer
Department: Software
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Redondo Beach, California, Redondo Beach
Responsibilities
- Develop test plans for the flight and ground software
- Implement flight software integration/regression tests in python
- Support debug of flight software testing in C/C++
- Support bring up of docker containers and software simulations
- Support bring up of hardware in the loop test environments
- Integrating the tests with hardware emulators for sensors and actuators
- Support the automatic running of the integration tests as part of CI/CD
- Work with GNC and ops to create ‘day in the life' tests
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or related field
- 3+ years developing test plans and test scripts for embedded applications
- 5+ years of experience with Python and C++
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience with spacecraft command and data handling software
- Experience with spacecraft operations
- Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in growing teams
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Senior Software Test Engineer, Autonomous Systems at Impulse Space?
The required skills for Senior Software Test Engineer, Autonomous Systems at Impulse Space include: Python, C++, Docker, SQL.
What is the seniority level for Senior Software Test Engineer, Autonomous Systems at Impulse Space?
Senior Software Test Engineer, Autonomous Systems at Impulse Space is a Senior level position.
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