Base: $120,000 - $155,000 usd; bonus/equity: not s...
Fully remote
Requirements-based unit testing
Ldra or vectorcast tool proficiency
C programming language expertise
Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is hiring a remote Embedded Software Verification & Validation Engineer to conduct requirements-based testing for embedded software used in nuclear power plant control systems. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in software testing, particularly with LDRA or similar tools, and a strong understanding of safety-critical processes
Job Summary
The role involves performing requirements-based unit tests for embedded software on a nuclear power plant control system governed by the NQA-1 safety standard.
Candidates will utilize LDRA to generate full-coverage verification procedures and analyze structural coverage holes in simulated and on-target environments.
The company offers competitive compensation, employer-matched 401(k), certification assistance, and opportunities to work on mission-critical aerospace and defense projects.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 82
Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is hiring a remote Embedded Software Verification & Validation Engineer to conduct requirements-based testing for embedded software used in nuclear power plant control systems. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in software testing, particularly with LDRA or similar tools, and a strong understanding of safety-critical processes.
Salary
Base: $120,000 - $155,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/life, disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Requirements-based unit testing
LDRA or VectorCAST tool proficiency
C programming language expertise
DO-178B/C safety standard knowledge
MCDC coverage analysis
Python development for UI building
Nice-to-have
Tkinter Python UI toolkit experience
Commercial controls industry background
Embedded software development in safety-critical systems
Understanding of control laws and redundancy management
Key Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering field
5 years low-level software requirements-based testing experience
2 years testing with LDRA or similar tools
U.S. Citizen or US lawful permanent resident status
Work Rights
Must have US citizenship or US lawful permanent resident status