Advanced Design Integration and Test Engineer

Aircraft Integration Test Lab Manager

Lead the design, development, and implementation of a full aircraft integration test lab environment being created from the ground up. This role is responsible for architecting and executing Hardware-In-the-Loop (HIL), Software-In-the-Loop (SIL), and system integration environments to support advanced aircraft development, validation, company verification, and certification activities. The position requires a strong technical leader with proven ability to deliver on complex projects while driving continuous improvement.

• Design and implement an end-to-end aircraft integration test lab, including hardware, software, facilities integration and networking infrastructure.
• Define system architecture for real-time simulation environments (Iron Bird, SIL, HIL).
• Integrate avionics, flight control systems, propulsion, and electrical systems into cohesive test platforms.
• Develop and execute requirements-based test plans aligned with ARP
  4754A, DO-178C, and other certification standards.
• Automate test execution and data acquisition pipelines using industry-standard tools such as NI Veri Stand, LabVIEW, Speedgoat, or equivalent real-time test platforms.
• Perform fault injection, regression testing, and continuous integration workflows.
• Implement a variety of communication protocols (ARINC-429, CAN/CAN-FD, Ethernet, RS-485) across distributed systems.
• Correlate simulation results with flight test data for validation and verification.
• Provide technical leadership for the lab configuration, tool architecture, and also develop and lead testing automation strategies.
• Mentor engineers in simulation, integration, and test methodologies.
• Act as the primary lab test focal for collaboration with other engineering teams.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with avionics, software, and systems engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, ASTM, and Part 23 certification requirements.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.

• BS in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (MS preferred).
• 8+ years in aircraft systems integration and HIL/SIL environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Python, C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink.
• Hands-on experience with real-time test automation tools (NI Veri Stand, LabVIEW, Speedgoat, or equivalent).
• Deep knowledge of aircraft systems, control theory, and real-time simulation.
• Expertise in communication protocols (ARINC-429, CAN, Ethernet).
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and deliver complex integration environments.

Salary Range: USD $/Yr.

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