Satellite Test Software Lead

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Test Software Lead managing the test software for TeraWave satellite communications systems. Architecting, developing, and maintaining software systems for vehicle testing and integrations.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeGreater Seattle Area • Colorado, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $181,626 - $254,275 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting and developing automated test software systems, integrating with hardware interfaces, and leading engineering teams. Proficient in applying software engineering best practices to ensure reliability, maintainability, and scalability in test software design.

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Test Software DevelopmentAutomated Test FrameworksPython ProgrammingIntegration with Hardware InterfacesLeadership in Software Engineering

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Hard Skills

Test Executive FrameworksEmbedded SystemsAutomated TestingSoftware Version Control (Git)CI/CDTest Procedure DevelopmentData Export PipelinesReal-Time Control InterfacesRF Test Equipment IntegrationTest Sequencing Engines

Soft Skills

Technical DirectionMentorshipCommunication

Tools & Technologies

LabVIEWMATLABSpeedgoatNational InstrumentsSignal GeneratorsSpectrum AnalyzersChannel EmulatorsGPS/GNSS Simulators

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringProduction ScalabilityAutomation-First PhilosophyHardware-in-the-LoopFlight Hardware Verification

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and own the architecture of the test software ecosystem including test executive frameworks, abstraction layers, real time control interfaces, and the data pipeline
Design test software systems for reliability, maintainability, and scalability
Lead development of test sequencing engines, automated procedure execution frameworks and go/no-go limit checking systems to reduce manual operations
Own test procedure development, review, and approval workflows from initial draft through qualification and acceptance
Own integration of test software with hardware interfaces including serial buses, analog/discrete, I/O, RF Equipment APIs, and real time simulation platforms (speedgoat, National Instruments, etc.)
Develop software interfaces to RF test equipment (signal generators, spectrum analyzers, channel emulators, and GPS/GNSS simulators) to enable automated RF testing, measurement, and screening
Champion an “automation-first” development philosophy for test software design and implementation
Partner with electrical test, Hardware-in-the-Loop, and manufacturing engineering teams early in the design cycle to ensure test software integrates seamlessly with production and build sequences
Define and implement automated report generation, real-time health monitoring, dashboards, and data export pipelines that feed production analytics
Lead a team of test software engineers and provide technical direction, code review oversight, and mentorship
Communicate software development status, risks, and milestone readiness to program and engineering leadership
Coordinate with Avionics, flight software, and system engineering teams to align test software interfaces with evolving vehicle software architecture
Drive adoption of automated testing for test software itself – unit tests, integration tests, regression suites that validate the test infrastructure prior to touching flight vehicles

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
8+ years of experience in test software development, embedded systems, or software defined test infrastructure
Demonstrated experience architecting and delivering test executive or automated test frameworks used in production or flight hardware verification
Proficiency in one or more languages used in test software development (Python, C/C++, LabVIEW, MATLAB, etc.)
Hands-on experience integrating software with hardware interfaces including serial buses, analog/discrete I/O, and instrumentation APIs
Familiarity with RF test equipment software integration
Experience applying software engineering best practices to test software version control (Git), code review, CI/CD, automated testing, and release management
Demonstrated experience designing test systems with production scalability and automation as primary requirements
Proven ability to lead software engineering teams and coordinate across disciplines in a fast paced development environment
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.