Software Integration & Test Engineer

Job Title: Software Integration & Test Engineer
Job Description
This role focuses on integrating and validating real-time embedded software within complex combat vehicle systems. You will work across the software development lifecycle to integrate hardware and software components, execute verification and validation activities, and ensure system-level functionality, performance, and quality. The position involves working in Linux environments, developing and running software tests, supporting cybersecurity compliance, and collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver robust, high-quality solutions aligned with customer requirements.
Responsibilities

• Integrate real-time embedded software with hardware components for combat vehicle platforms and ensure seamless system-level functionality.
• Plan, develop, and execute software integration and test activities across the software development lifecycle, from development through verification and validation.
• Work within Linux-based environments, with a focus on Red Hat Enterprise Linux, to configure, build, deploy, and test software components.
• Develop, maintain, and run manual and automated software tests to verify system performance, reliability, and compliance with requirements.
• Support the development and maintenance of integration and testbeds used for hardware and software integration and system validation.
• Apply strong programming and scripting skills in C++, Python, and Bash to create test scripts, automation tools, and integration utilities.
• Configure and troubleshoot networking components, including switches, VLANs, CAN, and Ethernet, to support system integration and communication.
• Use configuration management and issue tracking tools such as Git, Jira, and GitLab to manage code, track defects, and support collaborative development.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve integration and test issues, working closely with mechanical, electrical, controls, and systems engineers.
• Support cybersecurity-related testing and compliance activities, including security scanning, hardening, and validation as required.
• Contribute to documentation of integration procedures, test plans, test results, and system configurations to ensure traceability and repeatability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align integration and test activities with system requirements and design intent.
• Participate in continuous improvement of integration, verification, and validation processes to enhance quality and efficiency.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with software integration and testing for real-time embedded systems.
• Proficiency working in Linux-based environments, preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
• Strong programming and scripting skills in C++, Python, and Bash.
• Experience with software verification, including both manual and automated testing.
• Experience with hardware and software integration and testbed development.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including switches, VLANs, CAN, and Ethernet.
• Proficiency with configuration management and issue tracking tools such as Git, Jira, and GitLab.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex embedded and networked systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with requirements traceability from requirements through design to verification.
• Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS and UML or model-based tools.
• Exposure to CMMI-based development processes and structured engineering practices.
• Experience with the Qt framework for graphical user interface (GUI) development.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as Nessus and Coverity and experience with STIG hardening.
• Knowledge of Ethernet security protocols including SSL/TLS, SSH, and SFTP.
• Experience with virtual machine configuration and usage for development and test environments.
• Familiarity with the NI toolset, including TestStand, VeriStand, and LabVIEW.
• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools such as MagicDraw or Enterprise Architect.
• Familiarity with combat vehicle systems or similar defense and embedded platforms.

Work Environment
You will work in a defense-focused, embedded systems development environment that emphasizes reliability, security, and performance. The role involves close collaboration with mechanical, electrical, controls, and systems engineering teams in a cross-functional setting. Day-to-day work combines lab-based integration, testbed development, and software validation activities, often interacting directly with hardware platforms and real-time embedded systems. Due to the hands-on nature of hardware and system integration, the position likely requires significant onsite support and presence in laboratory and integration facilities. The environment offers exposure to the full system lifecycle, from initial development through verification, and provides opportunities to work on cutting-edge combat vehicle and defense systems while gaining practical experience in integrating hardware and software in real-world applications.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $36.06/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 Sterling Heights,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.
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