Sr. Test Software Engineer; LabVIEW​/TestStand- CDH

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations.

If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Staff Test Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Production IPT Lead - CDH the Staff Test Software Engineer will play a crucial part in revolutionizing our production capabilities by designing and implementing automated satellite vehicle test systems. Your primary focus will be to reduce operator interaction by automating testing at the satellite module level – specifically supporting the Product and Production development across all CDH modules.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will design, develop and deploy test automation frameworks, optimize test sequences, and be a driving force behind our space vehicle deliveries! With a passion for scaling automation, you will be at the forefront of innovation driving advancements in automated testing and production scaling. Your test software and hardware expertise will be invaluable in developing robust automation systems and ensuring seamless integration of automation solutions into our manufacturing processes.

• Develop, build, and maintain automated test software and frameworks using LabVIEW and Test Stand, ensuring efficient, reusable, and reliable test scripts.
• Improve test coverage by identifying untested code areas and developing appropriate unit and system tests.
• Implement Agile or hybrid-Agile methodologies to manage and prioritize tasks, utilizing tools such as Git Lab for task management and progress tracking.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and opportunities clearly and effectively to engineering and leadership, ensuring continuous alignment.
• Present project status and maintain documentation using Confluence.
• Integrate test software with CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous testing and deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test requirements, ensure comprehensive test coverage, and architect solutions for a variety of hardware and system components.
• Lead the development of the automation strategy, including defining best practices and standards, and perform individual and group code reviews to ensure the quality and functionality of automated tests.
• Analyze and enhance performance testing strategies for complex systems.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members, and lead software development process improvement initiatives.
• Work with hardware engineers and software developers to define system requirements and ensure seamless integration of automated solutions.
• Define the process for software verification matrices to show system test requirements coverage.
• Conduct feasibility studies and provide recommendations on the implementation of automation technologies to support high-volume production.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate the functionality and performance of satellite hardware.
• Author detailed technical documentation for automation systems, including design specifications, user manuals, and maintenance guides.
• Provide technical support and training to end-users, ensuring smooth adoption and operation of automated systems.
• Support debugging and troubleshooting on-site and remotely during off hours as needed.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Test Automation.
• Extensive experience with…