Software Engineer-Test & Verification

Overview

Engineering

Software Engineer-Test & Verification 4 – Cambridge, MA

Posted: 2/16/2026

Job Description

Job #: 215576

Job Category:
Engineering

Position Type:
Associate - W2

Duration: 52

Shift: 1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer-Test & Verification 4, in Cambridge, MA. Job

• Set up and configure test environments, including hardware, software, and network configurations to replicate production environments.
• Design, develop, and complete test and verification of software products to ensure quality, reliability, and functionality.
• Partner with stakeholders to review and identify software requirements, test objectives, test strategies, and testability.
• Design test plans, cases, and scenarios to meet software requirements and specifications.
• Execute test cases and scenarios to verify functionality, performance, and safety of software systems; identify and report defects, issues, and potential vulnerabilities.
• Provide test results and feedback to resolve defects and vulnerabilities.
• Create, document, and maintain test plans, procedures, cases, artifacts, metrics, and data per data privacy and security protocols.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks to improve efficiency and effectiveness of testing.
• Perform software project management functions across test and verification activities involving multifunctional teams.
• Set up and maintain Hardware-In-the-Loop (HIL) automation for automating system-level software and hardware tests for avionics platforms.

• Lead setup and configuration of test environments to replicate production environments.
• Familiar with automated testing methodologies and frameworks for rapid test execution.
• Willingness to use AI Tools in HIL development; familiarity is a plus but not required.
• Collaborate with CI/CD (Dev Sec Ops ) teams to integrate software deployment with HIL testing environments.
• Proficient in NI Test Stand, NI Veri Stand, and NI LabVIEW for HIL testing and automation (or similar HIL platforms).
• Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams and a fast-paced development mindset.
• Advise on test environment setup and data configurations to replicate production environments.
• Familiarity with FPGA testing/architecture is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with NI PXIe systems and hardware integration.
• Knowledge of avionics communication protocols (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, CAN) is a plus.
• Experience in verifying and validating avionics display systems is a plus.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, MATLAB or similar; excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Familiar with data acquisition and signal processing techniques; experience with version control (e.g., Git).
• Experienced with automated test and verification; comfortable with lab and hardware systems/equipment.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skill/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree and typically 3+ years of experience in a software engineering classification or a Master’s degree with 1 year of experience.
• Must be able to work onsite in Cambridge, MA
• No relocation offered

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Education or experience in modern HIL techniques and/or use of AI Tools
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance if sponsored.

Typical Education/

Experience:

Senior (Level
4)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+1 years' related work experience, Master+3 years' related work experience).

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and Daily Pay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:
No Clearance

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