Senior Systems Test Engineer

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We're searching for a Senior Systems Engineer to join Aurora's Software Systems, Safety, and Test Engineering team. Systems, Safety, and Test Engineering is responsible for the engineering work to verify and validate Aurora's self-driving technology - an unsolved problem for the industry and one of the most difficult challenges in the history of systems engineering. The System Test team is responsible for supporting system-level autonomy development, verification, and validation by delivering decision-quality information via test and evaluation of the Aurora Driver.

In this role, you will

• Work alongside leadership in developing strategies for testing the Aurora Driver
• Leverage diverse testing methods including simulation, Hardware-In-Loop (HIL), track, and road testing in support of autonomy development and system verification and validation
• Plan and execute tests, analyze results, and identify defects or anomalies in system behavior
• Work closely with development teams to investigate root causes and drive resolution of issues
• Provide frequent, simple, and clear written and verbal communication of complex ideas to external teams, peers, and stakeholders
• Design, develop, execute, and train others in processes that embody test engineering best practice

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or another relevant engineering field
• 8+ years of highly relevant industry experience
• Proven experience in test and evaluation of complex systems
• Experience with test methods, tools, and frameworks
• Ability to synthesize data into meaningful information to support decision making
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in testing high-risk and safety critical products
• Application of engineering and/or operational risk assessment methodologies
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g. Python, bash) with an emphasis around data management for test reports
• Previous experience with autonomous systems (particularly automotive-based)
• Proficiency in JAMA for requirements management and testing
• Knowledge of automotive safety standards (e.g. ASPICE, ISO 26262, SOTIF) and familiarity with regulatory requirements or evaluation standards for autonomous vehicles (e.g. UL4600, Euro NCAP)
• Prior experience with sophisticated, mission-critical hardware and/or software within a safety critical industry (e.g. aerospace, defense, medical, transportation)
• Familiarity with software development methodologies, version control systems (e.g. Git and continuous integration (CI) pipelines

The base salary range for this position is $135,000 - $216,000 per Year. Aurora's pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate's starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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