Senior Test Automation Software Engineer

Are you a problem solver ready to contribute to the development of aerospace projects? Does solving embedded software problems for aerospace systems sound fun and fulfilling to you? We are seeking a software developer to help us craft test and test automation software for NASA, National Security Space, Department of War and other organizations. As a member of our team, you will develop novel solutions and new technologies across numerous projects and embedded real‑time systems.

You will work with teams of engineers and scientists passionate about innovation and driven to make a real difference. We strive to cultivate an environment that promotes professional growth and a balanced life, and encourages a wide range of ideas.

• Develop and automate test infrastructure solutions for real‑time aerospace software efforts.
• Apply software engineering principles to design, develop, and test emulations of aerospace systems.
• Assess, extend, refactor, and detail existing continuous integration and testbed systems.
• Share knowledge by collaborating with and mentoring other APL staff, engaging with spacecraft engineers and participating in working groups.

• Minimum: A B.S. in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or other engineering field.
• Expertise in C++, C and Python.
• 5 years of experience developing software for embedded systems, test development, and devops.
• Advanced knowledge of Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery systems such as Git Lab or Bamboo.
• Expertise with containerization and virtualization environments.
• Proficient with design and development of test automation systems including infrastructure, monitoring, analysis and standard processes.
• Experience mapping technical requirements to reusable, executable test cases.
• Proficient with Source Code Management systems, specifically Git.
• Proven success solving complex, multi‑layered problems.
• Great interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability, willingness, and experience working in classified spaces.
• Able to obtain an Interim Secret clearance by your start date and eventually a Top Secret/SCI clearance. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship.

• M.S. or Ph.D. in a related technical field.
• Demonstrated success leading a team of at least three software engineers.
• Expertise in software development on real‑time operating systems such as VxWorks and embedded Linux.
• Expertise in modern testing methodologies such as Test‑Driven Development.
• Experience in spacecraft flight or ground software development.
• Experience developing real‑time simulators and emulators.
• Experience with safety‑critical avionics systems development.

Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance.

Minimum Rate: $100,000 Annually
Maximum Rate: $245,000 Annually

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.