Senior Software Verification Engineer

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Danbury, CT

About The Position

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world. Job SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Software Verification Engineer to lead the verification and testing of complex power conversion system product software, from standard components like programmable relays and motor overload protection devices up to large electric drives and multi-megawatt power conversion cabinets with working voltages up to 15kV. What You Will Do Drive the analysis of customer requirements and development of internal software requirements as they apply to software validation and verification Lead development of both manual and automated software verification procedures for complete requirements coverage Lead the execution of validation and verification of large embedded software subsystems Collect and summarize test results and present results to internal and external customers Coordinate software requirements-based test and support system test activities for small and large software test teams Utilize Python for scripting and automation tasks Provide configuration management and ongoing maintenance support for released software test procedures Mentor junior engineers in testing best practices and resolve technical issues to ensure team efficiency Participate in organizational process improvement efforts related to the software development lifecycle Education & Experience Requirements A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent education and experience At least 5 years of experience developing / testing embedded systems, including formal verification and validation of moderately complex real-time software for high-reliability environments Proficient in Python and C/C++ Collaborate in Agile teams using Scrum methodology; actively participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives Demonstrated capabilities in coordinating and communicating with multiple engineering disciplines Ability to develop efficient, reusable unit and requirements-based software tests Strong foundation in standard software development processes/methods and configuration management Must be a self-starter comfortable with taking responsibility with a significant software validation and verification effort and be a champion for his/her products Must work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent education and experience
At least 5 years of experience developing / testing embedded systems, including formal verification and validation of moderately complex real-time software for high-reliability environments
Proficient in Python and C/C++
Collaborate in Agile teams using Scrum methodology; actively participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
Demonstrated capabilities in coordinating and communicating with multiple engineering disciplines
Ability to develop efficient, reusable unit and requirements-based software tests
Strong foundation in standard software development processes/methods and configuration management
Must be a self-starter comfortable with taking responsibility with a significant software validation and verification effort and be a champion for his/her products
Must work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering
Experience developing moderately complex software with multiple software development and verification environments and toolchains
Education/experience with an emphasis on power electronics control software.
Experience with User Interface Testing tools, such as TestComplete, Squish, etc.
Experience with Matlab Simulink
Experience using git, Bitbucket, JIRA, and Jenkins
Experience with automated unit testing, static analysis, and/or automated system-level testing
Experience programming in at least one scripting language
Experience applying agile software development methods including Scrum, continuous integration, and retrospectives
Experience developing military products and familiarity with military specifications
Working knowledge of DOORS for requirements management
Experience in DO178, DO254 or equivalent quality system

Responsibilities

Drive the analysis of customer requirements and development of internal software requirements as they apply to software validation and verification
Lead development of both manual and automated software verification procedures for complete requirements coverage
Lead the execution of validation and verification of large embedded software subsystems
Collect and summarize test results and present results to internal and external customers
Coordinate software requirements-based test and support system test activities for small and large software test teams
Utilize Python for scripting and automation tasks
Provide configuration management and ongoing maintenance support for released software test procedures
Mentor junior engineers in testing best practices and resolve technical issues to ensure team efficiency
Participate in organizational process improvement efforts related to the software development lifecycle

Benefits

competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan
wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours

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