Senior Engineer, VBAT Software Test Automation

Role Overview

Shield AI is looking for a software engineer to help build V-BAT's test operations, specifically automation capabilities and tools used to test software components. The role involves working with the GNC and Embedded teams to build software that leverages simulation, avionics, and/or custom hardware to automate testing.

What You Will Do

The successful candidate will define test cases, implement software interfaces and drivers, and prototype solutions using software & hardware to unblock testing. They will also support release test planning and execution leading up to flight test events and major product milestones.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This is an opportunity to build and solve problems defense primes are unwilling to. The company is looking for someone who is hungry and motivated to grow, with a passion for growth, fast-paced environments, and holding self to a high standard of excellence.

Requirements

• 2+ years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree (CE, CS, EE); or some industry experience (intern, startup, self-projects) with a Master’s or PhD degree
• Strong C++ or Python skills, basic proficiency in the other
• Familiarity with common version control (git) and build/packaging systems (CMake, Poetry, etc)
• Passion for growth, fast-paced environments, and holding self to a high standard of excellence

Benefits

• Bonus
• Benefits
• Equity