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Avionics Software Test Engineer

$96.5 per hour

The Structures Company

JOB TITLE: Avionics Software Test Engineer



LOCATION: Tustin, CA



PAY RATE: $96.50/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

  • Job Type: Contract (Long Term)

  • Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

  • Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

  • Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

  • Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

  • Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

  • Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

  • Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

  • Serves as a Senior Software Test Engineer for safety-critical software verification.

  • Acts as a technical authority on translating requirements into software test cases and scripts written in Python.

  • Reviews and approves test cases and scripts to build out the regression test suite.

  • Maintains established processes for software test verification.

  • Supports coaching the team and resolving technical issues.

  • Demonstrates immediate proficiency in Python-based test development.

  • Works with specialized SITL and HITL environments to clear the testing backlog efficiently.

  • Applies DO-178 software verification or similar safety-critical program experience.

  • Performs strong troubleshooting for software verification activities.

  • Rapidly onboards and hits the ground running with test development.

Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

  • Experience with DO-178 software verification or similar safety-critical programs is required.

  • Strong troubleshooting skills are required.

  • Proficiency in Python for software test case and script development.

  • Experience reviewing and approving test cases and scripts.

  • Experience building regression test suites.

  • Experience with SITL and HITL environments.

  • Ability to support coaching the team and resolving technical issues.

  • Ability to rapidly onboard and demonstrate immediate proficiency in Python-based test development.

  • Experience as a Senior Software Test Engineer or similar role.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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