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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Application Software Engineer II to join the Chassis Tester Software team developing verification systems for flight-critical avionics. You will design, implement, and maintain Linux-based instrument drivers, hardware-in-the-loop test frameworks, operator tools, and automated result-checking infrastructure used to validate avionics before flight.

• Design and implement production-quality Linux software drivers for instruments (power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes, signal generators, DAQ) over SCPI, VISA, serial, USB, and Ethernet
• Own driver lifecycle: characterization, implementation, integration testing, and documentation
• Collaborate with avionics hardware engineers to define operating envelopes and validate driver correctness against hardware specs
• Architect and extend automated test execution frameworks and result-checking systems
• Implement pass/fail logic, limit management, and structured reporting for acceptance and qualification campaigns
• Build operator-facing applications (GUI and/or CLI) for configuring, executing, monitoring, and reviewing test campaigns
• Design networking architecture for multi-instrument, multi-UUT test setups and maintain deployment automation (Ansible-based)
• Reduce technical debt by standardizing interfaces and maintaining a clean common codebase
• Prioritize usability and reliability for non-software users in fast-paced test environments

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Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years professional software engineering experience
• Strong Python skills — writing testable, maintainable code and tests
• Proven experience developing software on Linux (process management, systemd, shell scripting)
• Networking experience: sockets, UDP/TCP telemetry, packet capture/parsing, network reliability handling
• Hands-on experience writing hardware interface software (instrument drivers, SCPI/VISA, or equivalent)
• Experience with automated test frameworks (pytest or equivalent), fixture design, parametrization, and structured reporting
• Strong Git workflow discipline, code review and CI integration experience
• Ability to debug across hardware-software boundary (comfortable using scopes, DMMs, etc.)
• Track record of owning a software system end-to-end: architecture, deployment, and long-term maintenance
• Experience making and defending architectural decisions with cross-functional impact
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other safety‑critical domains where software correctness matters

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Ansible or other infrastructure-as-code/configuration management tools
• Experience building GUI (PyQt5/6, PySide, wxPython) or web operator interfaces (FastAPI, React)
• C++ experience in embedded or hardware-interface contexts
• Familiarity with avionics test environments (EMI, TVAC, pyrotechnic systems, harness verification)
• Experience designing networked test architectures (Ethernet instrument switching, NPC configuration)
• Knowledge of acceptance and qualification test processes in aerospace hardware lifecycles
• Familiarity with DOORS, Jama, or similar requirements management systems
• Experience with Docker or containerized test environments

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range for WA applicants: $134,961.00 - $188,945.40
• Benefits typically include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, short & long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, stock options (for eligible regular employees), paid time off, and education support — specifics depend on role and level.

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Additional Information

• Export control / eligibility: Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
• Background checks: Standard background check required for all positions; additional checks may be required depending on job profile.
• Culture note: Confidential Client encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every preferred qualification. If you’re excited about the role but don’t match every bullet, you’re encouraged to apply.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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