Senior Software Engineer, Hardware Test (R4978)

Shield AI
Dallas
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 128,045 - 192,067 annuallyFunction: Software EngineeringEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Ownership","Teamwork","Communication","Problem-solving"]

Lead development of software to automate hardware testing for aerospace systems, creating Python-based drivers, CI/CD pipelines, and test infrastructure. Collaborate with hardware, systems, and QA teams to integrate software into aircraft validation workflows, build scalable test stands, and deliver real-time monitoring and data visualization for test execution.

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Shield AI
Shield AI
10 months ago

Senior Software Engineer, Hardware Test (R4978)

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Job Summary

Lead development of software to automate hardware testing for aerospace systems, creating Python-based drivers, CI/CD pipelines, and test infrastructure. Collaborate with hardware, systems, and QA teams to integrate software into aircraft validation workflows, build scalable test stands, and deliver real-time monitoring and data visualization for test execution.
Location: Dallas
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Software Engineering

Key Responsibilities

  • •Architect, design, and develop software drivers and interfaces in Python for hardware systems, including PCBAs, avionics, sensors, and automated test equipment.
  • •Design and implement automated test frameworks to validate aircraft components and subsystems, ensuring scalability and reliability across programs.
  • •Develop and evolve CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration, automated validation, and deployment of test stand software.
  • •Build and maintain scalable test infrastructure and shared libraries to promote modularity and reusability across teams.
  • •Collaborate with hardware, systems, and QA teams to integrate software and test capabilities into broader aircraft validation workflows.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 128,045 - 192,067 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity
Perks:Annual BonusBenefitsEquity

Key Requirements

  • •B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM field
  • •Advanced skillset for developing software in Python
  • •Experience with Linux including Bash scripting and networking
  • •Ability to configure and maintain small computer networks
  • •Demonstrated ownership of project outcomes and delivering results
Experience:AerospaceHardware testingTest automation
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:OwnershipTeamworkCommunicationProblem-solving
Tech Stack:PythonLinuxBashCI/CDGrafanaTest automationPCBAvionics

Company Brief

Shield AI
Develops AI-powered autonomy and software for military aircraft and drones to enable autonomous ISR and combat missions, integrating perception, navigation, and mission planning for defense customers.
Industry: Defense Technology
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Scaleup
Funding: Series E+
Headquarters: San Diego, United States
Founded: 2015
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