XBAT Software Test Engineer (R3696)
Description For XBAT Software Test Engineer (R3696)
Shield AI, a pioneering defense technology company founded in 2015, is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer to join their innovative team in Dallas. This role represents a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous aircraft systems, specifically the X-BAT platform – their most advanced and safety-critical aircraft to date.
The position combines software engineering expertise with aerospace systems knowledge, requiring a professional with 7+ years of experience in system/software test engineering, including significant exposure to aerospace or autonomous vehicle platforms. You'll be responsible for leading the verification and validation of autonomy, mission-oriented, and avionics software, ensuring the highest levels of system integrity and operational reliability.
What makes this role particularly exciting is the chance to work with state-of-the-art technology in autonomous systems, developing and implementing comprehensive test strategies across software-in-the-loop (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and vehicle-in-the-loop (VIL) environments. You'll be at the forefront of ensuring the safety and reliability of autonomous aircraft systems that directly impact service members and civilians.
The role offers excellent compensation ($175,000 - $260,000) plus bonus and equity, reflecting the critical nature of the position. Shield AI's presence across multiple international locations (San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Abu Dhabi, Kyiv, and Melbourne) speaks to its global impact and scale.
This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned test engineer who is passionate about autonomous systems, aviation safety, and defense technology. You'll work in a fast-paced environment where your expertise in Python, C++, and automated testing will be crucial in developing and maintaining robust test infrastructure for mission-critical systems. The role offers significant growth potential, including opportunities to mentor junior engineers and shape the future of autonomous aircraft testing methodologies.
Responsibilities For XBAT Software Test Engineer (R3696)
- Lead system-level software testing and verification for X-BAT platform
- Own end-to-end system test strategy for software-in-the-loop (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and vehicle-in-the-loop (VIL) environments
- Design and implement mission-critical system test cases
- Coordinate and execute flight test and software release campaigns
- Develop and maintain tooling for requirements-test traceability
- Drive system-level integration testing workflows
- Mentor junior engineers in high-assurance system verification
Requirements For XBAT Software Test Engineer (R3696)
- 7+ years experience in system/software test engineering
- 3+ years with aerospace, defense, or autonomous vehicle platforms
- Experience in system-level testing for complex, safety-critical platforms
- Proficiency in automating test infrastructure using Python, C++
- Experience with simulation and hardware-in-the-loop capabilities
- Understanding of requirements validation and traceability processes
- Knowledge of aerospace verification standards (DO-178C)
- Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments
Benefits For XBAT Software Test Engineer (R3696)
- Bonus
- Benefits Package
- Equity
