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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