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Terran Orbital Corporation · 2 weeks ago

Sr. Test Software Engineer (LabVIEW/TestStand)- CDH

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $155K/yr

4+ years exp

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. They are seeking an experienced Sr. Test Software Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain software systems for Qualification and Production AFT/ATP testing of CDH electronic modules installed in satellite buses.

AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingSatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Own the full software lifecycle for key product lines: requirements, architecture adaptation and design trade-offs, implementation, integration, verification, deployment, and sustainment

Design, develop, and maintain LabVIEW/TestStand-based software applications for automated test systems, implementing efficient, reusable, reliable, and scalable software solutions to automate testing processes for electronic modules in satellite buses

Lead integration of test and measurement hardware, including NI equipment (PXI, cRIO, DAQ, instrumentation) and other related equipment vendors, integrating software with various hardware components and systems used in aerospace testing environments

Conduct thorough testing and validation of software to ensure reliability and accuracy, troubleshooting and resolving complex integration issues in production and environmental test environments

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, offering technical reviews, coaching, and career growth support

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish test strategies, define test requirements, and ensure comprehensive test coverage and validation

Serve as the technical point of contact for stakeholders on software matters, ensuring clear communication of progress and challenges, and maintaining project status/progress documentation

Delegate and oversee large sections of work, forming and leading sub-teams as needed to deliver on aggressive schedules

Develop comprehensive documentation for software designs, test procedures, maintenance guides, and user manuals

Utilize version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN) to manage software versions, updates, and modifications, ensuring all software development activities comply with aerospace industry best practices

Implement verification methods and tools to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results, including automated test scripts and validation protocols using LabVIEW and TestStand

Drive DevOps adoption by integrating test software with GitLab CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing and deployment

Stay current with advancements in LabVIEW programming, TestStand, and related technologies, contributing to continuous improvement by implementing processes that raise the quality, efficiency, and reliability of all software efforts

Refine automation strategies and track longer-term architectural changes/ practices, including defining process or code release standards, and lead individual and group code reviews to ensure the quality and functionality of automated tests

Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement innovative solutions to enhance testing efficiency and accuracy

Contribute to the development of new testing methodologies and tools to support evolving aerospace technologies

Qualification

LabVIEW programmingTestStandTest AutomationElectrical Test EngineeringCI/CD practicesVersion control systemsHardware integrationCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field (e.g., aerospace, mechanical engineering)

4+ years of experience in Test Automation software engineering, Electrical Test / Systems Engineering, and LabVIEW programming and development

3+ years of experience with TestStand

Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) by National Instruments / NI Emerson

Proficiency in LabVIEW / TestStand programming and development for larger code bases or highly collaborative frameworks

Strong understanding of test systems and their application in qualification and production acceptance testing

Knowledge of aerospace industry best practices for software development and testing

Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN) for managing software versions and updates

Demonstrated proficiency in tools such as GitLab for task management and CI/CD, with a strong understanding of CI/CD practices and tools

Strong knowledge of hardware interfaces and communication protocols (e.g., GPIB, USB, Ethernet, RS-485, RS-422)

Experience with hardware integration, including data acquisition devices (digital I/O and analog measurements), electronic loads, programmable power supplies, and digital multimeters (DMM)

Proficiency in developing comprehensive documentation and verification methods

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills to identify and resolve hardware-software integration technical issues

Strong communication and collaboration abilities

Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work

U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations

Preferred

Certified TestStand Developer (CTD), Certified LabVIEW Architect (CLA) or other related software certifications

Demonstrated ability to integrate larger (multi-language) code bases like LabVIEW and/or TestStand with other software platforms or scripting programming languages (e.g. Python, bash / shell)

Expertise in programming for electrical instrumentation (power supplies, e-loads etc.) and data acquisition targets (PXIe)

Subject Matter Expertise in spacecraft, avionics, or other remote sensing command & data handling architectures

Proficiency in handling large datasets and implementing complex data analysis algorithms