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Senior Software Test Engineer (R3103)

Dallas, TX
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About Shield AI     
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown jets (F-16; MQM-178 Firejet), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (MQ-35 V-BAT), and three quadcopters (Nova, Nova 2, iPRD). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies.

Shield AI’s mission is to protect the lives of service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The Hardware Test Engineering team contributes to this effort by designing test solutions that drive high hardware reliability on our V-BAT vehicle. These solutions are in-house designed electrical and mechanical equipment used to perform component and system-level testing, both at ambient and in simulated harsh environmental conditions. In this role you will develop software that automates hardware testing, integrates test results with existing manufacturing software, create software infrastructure for scaling test automation to dozens of test stands, and create and manage databases for logging test results. Help us save lives as we strive to deliver the most highly reliable aerospace hardware in the industry. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

  • Use Python to automate complex test sequences and log the results in a database. 
  • Create software infrastructure that allows for rapid development of new testcases, utilizing common code wherever possible. 
  • Write drivers that interface with electronics test equipment. 
  • Automate server imaging process to allow rapid deployment of new test stands. 
  • Create data visualizations using Grafana or a similar tool. 
  • Contribute to and attend cross-functional code and design reviews. Advocate for design changes that result in simpler testing processes. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 4 years and a Master’s degree; or 2 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience.
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field. 
  • Mastery of fundamental computer science topics. 
  • Advanced skillset for developing software in Python. 
  • Experience with Linux including Bash scripting and networking. 
  • Ability to configure and maintain small computer networks.  
  • Experience working on complex software development projects, which can be from an internship, job, club, team, personal project, etc… 
  • Demonstrated history of showing ownership of project outcomes and delivering exceptional results.  
  • Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Comfort working with hardware, as the testcases you write will interface with circuit boards, motors, and sensors. 
  • Mastery of fundamental engineering concepts including EE, Mech E, Programming, Physics, and Mathematics.  
  • Experience writing drivers for electronics test equipment. 
  • Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and the ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes.  
Total package details for U.S. based positions:
- Regular employee positions: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
- Temporary employee positions: Hourly within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days
of employment)
- Interns/Military Fellows/Part-time not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity

Total package details for International positions which are roles based outside of the United States (where applicable):
- International premium, hardship differential, cost of living differential, living quarters allowance, foreign service transfer
allowance, equity, international benefits, visa assistance, and relocation assistance.

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 
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