Avionics Software Test Engineer

Mach is a defense manufacturing company that builds munitions to help the United States win future wars. Backed by $85M in funding from top venture firms, our small lean team ideates, designs, manufactures, and sells cutting-edge weapons to the Department of Defense.

Job Description:

The HITL Engineer will play a key role in integrating hardware systems with simulation environments to validate and verify the performance, functionality, and reliability of our vehicle's components, sensors, and control systems in real-world conditions. This role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical systems that combine hardware and software in unique, challenging environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Integrate real hardware components with simulation systems to ensure accurate and effective testing of the vehicles under controlled conditions.

• Develop test plans, procedures, and reports to communicate test results to stakeholders.

• Perform hardware and software integration, troubleshooting, and validation to ensure compliance with system performance and reliability requirements.

• Collaborate with systems engineers, software developers, and other teams to ensure that hardware and simulation models are fully synchronized and function correctly in all testing scenarios.

• Conduct detailed analysis of test results, identify issues, and suggest improvements to system performance, safety, and reliability.

• Troubleshoot hardware components, including sensors, avionics, and communication systems, and collaborate with teams to resolve hardware/software integration issues.

• Continuously improve HITL testing methodologies, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field

• 3-5 years of experience in hardware-in-the-loop testing, control systems, or related areas

• Hands-on experience with real-time simulation, hardware interfacing, and HIL testing for embedded systems.

• Solid understanding of hardware integration processes, troubleshooting techniques, and system-level testing.

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment, collaborating with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of simulation and emulation tools (e.g., VeriStand, LabVIEW) and real-time software platforms.

• Background in space, aerospace, defense, avionics, or communications hardware for UAVs.

• Experience with hardware test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools.

Disclosures

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).  Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and training, critical skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Mach’s total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Mach is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. If you’d like to defend the American way of life, please reach out!