Software Test Engineer (LabVIEW/TestStand)

The NI ADG (Aerospace, Defense, Government Business Unit) Customer Centric Solutions Team is seeking to hire an experienced Senior Software Test Engineer to work on custom engineering opportunities that enable the sale of standard NI Products. The primary responsibilities of this position are to work with NI customers, sales personnel, engineering teams, alliance partners, and contract manufacturers to define, document, design, deploy and sustain NI products tailored to meet specific customer requirements for large scale turnkey engineering solutions. The ideal candidate has experience and knowledge regarding NI products and system level design. In this role you will be working in a cross-functional development team developing custom test systems for prime ADG customers. The primary responsibility will be developing instrument drivers, test sequences, and applications using LabVIEW and TestStand for a wide range of NI and third-party test equipment. You will also interface with our Systems Architects and Electrical Engineering team to provide strategic design implementation guidance to best enable testability of our systems. You will be responsible for providing handoff and direct support of software test applications to customer engineering teams, including developing necessary documentation.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL:

Interacting with a wide variety of NI customers, NI staff, external alliance partners and suppliers in support of designing, implementing and sustaining custom solutions Defining and implementing system test plans, managing milestones and holding reviews to assure systems meet requirements and readiness for deployment Verification of the developed tests to ensure compliance with and coverage of requirements Traveling as needed domestically and abroad in support of project objectives

WHO YOU ARE

You attract and select diverse and outstanding talent. You identify the right talent to meet the group’s needs. You close talent gaps with the right balance of internal and external candidates. You are a good judge of talent. You provide calmness and efficiency, even when things are unclear. You attentively listen to others. You adjust communication to fit the audience.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

B. S. Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other Engineering discipline from an accredited institution. 5+ years of experience developing test software using LabVIEW/TestStand Experience developing automated test software using PXI chassis and interfacing with some of the following: analog I/O cards, digital I/O cards, DMMs, oscilloscopes, National Instrument’s switching and signal routing systems, data acquisition devices, power supplies, RF analyzers, and RF power sensors Knowledge of hardware interfaces, such as GPIB, USB, Ethernet, and serial communication protocols Understanding of high-level programming languages (LabVIEW, TestStand, C/C++/C#, Python) Strong work ethic and drive to succeed Demonstrated ability to: Work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural group development environment Problem-solve effectively – diagnose technical issues and propose reasonable solutions Take initiative, be a self-starter, and work independently Quickly learn applicable technology, systems, and products This position requires access to export‑controlled technical data. Under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), only U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 22 CFR §120) may be considered. Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Our Culture & Commitment to You We recognize that for our organization to support a diverse workforce, we must focus on employee wellbeing. We know that to do your best work, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a market‑leading 401(k) and profit‑sharing plan, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work‑life balance and offers flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Our goal is to offer a strong benefits foundation while allowing employees the flexibility to choose options that best suit their needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Shakopee, MN