For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

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Position Description

At ENSCO Avionics, we take our tagline “Ideas to Reality” very seriously. Joining ENSCO is an opportunity to advance humankind through technological and scientific discovery. Our dedicated workforce is diverse --in background, experience, skills, and interests. ENSCO Avionics employees are encouraged to be courageous and innovative in their ideas and work collaboratively to help develop cutting-edge technology and inventions that make future dreams a reality. ENSCO Avionics offers a supportive and unique culture, positive work environment, and flexible work schedules that empower its employees to achieve their maximum potential.

ENSCO Avionics is looking for software test engineers to support the verification of a UAS platform, Activities will include testing Flght Software, Mission Autonomy software, Ground Control station, networked/distributed components. Tests will be performed in Hardware in the Loop and Software in Loop environments.

If you have the skills, experience, and desire to join our talented team and contribute to the needs of today's modern aircraft, we want to talk to you about this opportunity.

Qualifications Required:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline;
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
Experience executing software and/or system-level test activities in aerospace, defense, robotics, autonomy, or embedded system environments
Knowledge of software test methodologies including:
- Verification & Validation (V&V)
- Regression testing
- Functional and integration testing
- Test case and procedure development
Ability to read and interpret:
- Technical requirements
- Interface specifications
- Software/system documentation
- Test procedures and system architectures
Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
Experience documenting test execution results, discrepancies, and defect reports
Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering teams including software, systems, manufacturing, integration, and program management
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Qualifications Desired:

Experience supporting unmanned systems, autonomy platforms, aerospace, or defense programs
Experience supporting Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL/HIL) or Software-in-the-Loop (SITL) environments
Experience supporting flight test or field integration activities
Familiarity with applicable aerospace and defense standards including:
- DO-178C
- DO-254
- MIL-HDBK-516C
- MIL-STD or equivalent frameworks
Experience testing embedded or distributed systems
Experience supporting first-of-type system integration and fielding activities

Required Certifications: None
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Security Clearance Required: None
Employment Type: Regular Full-time
Background Check Type: 7 Year
Drug Screen Required: None
Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: Yes

Salary Range

$72,820.80—$131,331.20 USD

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here.

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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