Senior Software Test Engineer

Location: Austin, TX — onsite

Type: Contract — up to $80/hrDuration: 12-month contract, target start early

What You'll Do: Develop instrument drivers, test sequences, and test applications in LabVIEW and TestStand for a broad mix of first-party and third-party test equipment Build automated test software on PXI chassis, interfacing with analog and digital I/O cards, DMMs, oscilloscopes, switching and signal routing systems, data acquisition devices, power supplies, RF analyzers, and RF power sensors Work with systems architects and the electrical engineering team to guide design decisions that make systems testable Define and implement system test plans, manage milestones, and hold reviews that confirm readiness for deployment Verify developed tests for compliance with and coverage of requirements Hand off and directly support test applications to customer engineering teams, including writing the documentation they'll rely on Work directly with customers, internal staff, alliance partners, and suppliers through design, implementation, and sustainment Travel domestically and internationally as project objectives require What You Need U.S.

Citizenship: required for ITAR-controlled work and DoD clearance eligibility B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another engineering discipline from an accredited institution 5+ years developing test software in LabVIEW and TestStand Hands-on experience building automated test software on PXI chassis with instrumentation such as analog/digital I/O, DMMs, oscilloscopes, switching and signal routing, DAQ devices, power supplies, RF analyzers, and RF power sensors Working knowledge of hardware interfaces — GPIB, USB, Ethernet, and serial communication protocols Comfort in high-level languages alongside LabVIEW and TestStand — C, C++, C#, or Python Ability to diagnose technical problems and propose workable solutions independently, and to pick up unfamiliar systems and products quickly Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural engineering team Nice to Have LabVIEW certification — CLAD, CLD, or CLA Solid understanding of electrical engineering, electronics, and computer architectures Experience reading and developing system electrical schematics Production experience in Python, C#, or another high-level language Experience providing direct technical support to customers Two seats are open on this one, both onsite in Austin, on a 12-month contract starting in early September.

Benefits: (employee contribution) Health insurance Health savings account Vision insurance Flexible spending accounts Life insurance All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualifications of the applicant.