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Embedded Software Test Engineer ()

Niles, IL, US • Posted 60+ days ago • Updated 59 minutes ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $60.00 - 80.00 per hour

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Skills

Design Of Experiments
Medical Devices
Electronics
Manufacturing
Quality Assurance
Collaboration
Firmware
Testing
Test Plans
Python
Automated Testing
Object-Oriented Programming
Test Cases
Black-box Testing
White-box Testing
Embedded C
Writing
Microcontrollers
Interfaces
Communication
Computer Hardware
Debugging
JTAG
Oscilloscope
Serial Communication
UART
SPI
Embedded Software
Embedded Systems
IDE
DO-178C
Aerospace
Software Quality Assurance

Design Of Experiments
Medical Devices
Electronics
Manufacturing
Quality Assurance
Collaboration
Firmware
Testing
Test Plans
Python
Automated Testing
Object-Oriented Programming
Test Cases
Black-box Testing
White-box Testing
Embedded C
Writing
Microcontrollers
Interfaces
Communication
Computer Hardware
Debugging
JTAG
Oscilloscope
Serial Communication
UART
SPI
Embedded Software
Embedded Systems
IDE
DO-178C
Aerospace
Software Quality Assurance

Summary

Embedded Software Test Engineer

Type: Contract
Length: 6 months
Pay Rate: $60-80/DOE
Work Site: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, IL

Position Overview
The Ranger Group, a leading US Engineering Solutions provider to companies across the Aerospace & Defense, Medical Device, Electronics and Industrial Manufacturing industries, is currently seeking a skilled Embedded Software Test Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team at a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer in the Chicago metropolitan area. In this contract role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing software test strategies for embedded systems used in mission-critical applications. You will work closely with firmware and hardware engineers to validate software functionality against requirements and ensure the highest levels of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities
Design and develop automated test frameworks using Python (pytest) for embedded software validation
Write requirement-based test cases from software specifications using both black-box and white-box testing methodologies
Perform embedded software testing on microcontroller-based systems, including validation of internal peripherals (GPIO, UART, SPI, ADC, Timers)
Debug and analyze hardware and software issues using tools such as JTAG debuggers and oscilloscopes
Collaborate with embedded firmware engineers to support integration and system-level testing
Document test plans, test cases, test results, and defect reports
Participate in design and code reviews with cross-functional engineering teams

Required Qualifications

Python & Test Automation
Proficiency in Python programming with hands-on experience building pytest-based automated test frameworks
Solid understanding of object-oriented programming concepts; ability to write test cases using classes
Experience with requirement-based test development - translating software requirements into executable test cases
Demonstrated experience with both black-box and white-box testing approaches

Embedded C Programming
Strong proficiency in embedded C programming with solid knowledge of low-level programming concepts
Practical experience writing and debugging C code for resource-constrained microcontroller environments

Microcontroller Knowledge
Good working understanding of microcontroller architectures and internal peripherals
Hands-on experience with GPIO, UART, SPI, ADC, Timers, and related hardware interfaces

Debugging & Communication Protocols
Experience using hardware debugging tools including JTAG debuggers and oscilloscopes
Familiarity with serial communication protocols, particularly UART and SPI

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with bare-metal (non-OS) embedded software development
Proficiency with TI Code Composer Studio or equivalent embedded IDE
Knowledge of DO-178C (Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification)
Prior experience in aerospace, defense, or other safety-critical industries

PandoLogic. Keywords: Software Quality Assurance Engineer, Location: Niles, IL - 60714

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Position Id: 603257243
Posted 30+ days ago

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