Software Quality & Test Lead Engineer

Intuitive Machines LLC • Houston, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Intuitive Machines is seeking an experienced Software Quality and Test Lead to drive quality assurance and verification strategies for flight-critical and mission-critical software systems. This role combines technical leadership, process ownership, and hands-on testing to ensure our software meets the highest standards of safety, reliability, and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software/Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in aerospace and space vehicle software quality/test, with 2+ years in a lead role.
• Proven track record of testing embedded, real-time, or flight software systems.
• Strong knowledge of software V&V methodologies and test automation.
• Proficiency with test tools, defect tracking (e.g., JIRA), and version control (e.g., Git).
• Experience with CI/CD tools and automated test infrastructure.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience testing with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and avionics systems

Responsibilities

• Lead the software quality assurance (SQA) and test strategy across flight software, ground systems, and simulation environments.
• Complete performance reviews, provide feedback to team members throughout the year, and work with team members to define future career goals.
• Establish and enforce software quality processes aligned with aerospace standards (CMMI).
• Manage requirements traceability, verification, and validation (V&V) activities. Establish procedures and methodologies for software verification and validation.
• Mentor and lead test engineers that will develop, maintain, and execute test plans, procedures, and automated test frameworks.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, promoting knowledge sharing, teamwork, and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Participate in bi-weekly software sprint planning with the software project manager and manage test engineer resources across multiple projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior