JOB TITLE: Software Engineer - Test & Verification 4
LOCATION: Cambridge, MA
PAY RATE: $89/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Designs, develops, and executes software test and verification processes to ensure quality, reliability, and functionality.

Configures and maintains test environments, including hardware, software, and network setups to replicate production systems.

Partners with stakeholders to define requirements, test objectives, and strategies.

Creates and maintains detailed test plans, procedures, and automated test frameworks.

Executes test cases to verify performance, safety, and functionality; identifies and reports defects and vulnerabilities.

Provides results and recommendations to improve software design and reliability.

Performs project management activities across multifunctional test and verification teams.

Sets up and maintains Hardware-In-the-Loop (HIL) automation systems for avionics testing.

Leads HIL test environment setup, automation, and integration with CI/CD (DevSecOps) systems.

Requirements:

Bachelor s degree and 3+ years of software engineering experience, or Master s degree with 1+ year.

Must work onsite in Cambridge, MA (no relocation).

Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

Proficient in NI TestStand, NI VeriStand, and NI LabVIEW (or similar platforms) for HIL testing.

Experienced with NI PXIe hardware integration and avionics communication protocols (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, CAN).

Skilled in C/C++, Python, MATLAB, and data acquisition/signal processing.

Familiar with FPGA testing, automated verification, and version control (e.g., Git).

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills; effective collaborator across cross-functional teams.

Willingness to leverage AI tools in HIL development; experience is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with modern HIL techniques and/or AI tool integration.

Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance if sponsored.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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