Software Development Engineer

Software Development Engineer

As a Software Development Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing, automating, and executing test procedures for Line Replaceable Units (LRU) and satellite subsystems. This position requires a strong focus on supporting satellite production rate targets through the creation and maintenance of Python-based test automation scripts.

Responsibilities

• Develop, automate, and execute test procedures for Line Replaceable Units (LRU) and satellite subsystems to support satellite production rate targets.
• Create and maintain Python-based test automation scripts.
• Utilize NI TestStand (or similar National Instruments test frameworks/tools) for automated test development, execution, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain project plans with milestones, deliverables, and timelines. Create backlog reports of stories and issues and track them.
• Support system-level testing, validating performance of electronic sub-assemblies and full hardware components.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing to ensure test processes are production-ready and aligned with DFM/DFT principles.
• Diagnose test failures through data analysis, instrumentation, and iterative debugging.
• Support engineering teams during development phases by providing feedback on testability and integration.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Python for test automation.
• Experience with test automation scripts and frameworks.
• Capability in writing test plans for hardware testing.
• Electronics testing experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with NI TestStand or similar National Instruments test frameworks/tools.

Work Environment

This role requires working onsite in Redmond, WA. The work environment involves supporting the testing of LRUs for satellites and components, collaborating closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure production-ready processes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Redmond, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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