Software Test & Automation Engineer II

Quantum Space•Rockville, MD

About The Position

Quantum Space is seeking a Software Test & Automation Engineer II to develop and maintain automated testing solutions that help ensure the reliability, functionality, and performance of next-generation spacecraft flight software. The engineer will contribute to software integration, verification, and regression testing by developing automated test frameworks, requirements-based test cases, and test scripts for mission-critical spacecraft functions. The role works closely with flight software, systems engineering, and integration and test teams. Testing spans software-in-the-loop (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and flight-representative environments. The position is suited to an engineer with programming and test automation skills who enjoys solving technical challenges in a fast-paced environment and contributing to reliable software for space missions. The position is based in Rockville, Maryland. The stated base salary range is $100,000–$140,000. Compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education or training, skills, and business considerations. The company states that competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are part of its total compensation package. Applicants must meet applicable U.S. Government space technology export-control eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
At least 2 years of experience in software development, software testing, test automation, or a related engineering discipline.
Strong programming skills in Python, C/C++, or equivalent languages.
Experience developing automated test scripts, test frameworks, or software verification tools.
Experience testing embedded systems, real-time software, or complex software applications.
Understanding of software integration, verification, validation, and regression testing methodologies.
Familiarity with automated testing, CI/CD processes, and software configuration management practices.
Experience with software debugging, troubleshooting, and defect tracking.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, and ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required U.S. Department of State authorizations to comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR.

Nice To Haves

Experience with spacecraft flight software, satellite systems, avionics, or other mission-critical embedded software.
Familiarity with spacecraft flight software architectures, command and telemetry processing, mode management, and fault detection and recovery.
Hands-on experience with SIL and HIL testing environments.
Experience developing automated test frameworks using Python, pytest, or similar testing tools.
Experience working with real-time operating systems (RTOS), embedded Linux, or similar environments.
Familiarity with spacecraft simulation tools, ground support equipment, or flight-representative test environments.
Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or GitHub Actions.
Experience with Git, JIRA, or similar software development and configuration management tools.
Understanding of requirements traceability, test coverage analysis, and software verification and validation (V&V) processes.
Experience supporting spacecraft integration and testing, software qualification, or mission readiness activities.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain automated integration, verification, and regression testing capabilities for spacecraft flight software.
Design, implement, and execute requirements-based test cases and automated test scripts to validate flight software functionality and performance.
Develop and enhance automated test frameworks using Python, C/C++, or equivalent programming languages.
Verify spacecraft command and telemetry processing, mode management, fault management, and other critical flight software functions.
Support software testing in software-in-the-loop (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and flight-representative environments.
Collaborate with flight software developers, systems engineers, and integration and test teams to identify defects, troubleshoot issues, and support root-cause analysis.
Develop and maintain automated regression test suites to ensure software changes do not affect existing functionality.
Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to improve software quality, testing efficiency, and development workflows.
Analyze test results, document defects, and generate verification reports supporting software readiness and requirements compliance.
Support development and maintenance of software test environments, simulation tools, and test infrastructure.
Participate in technical reviews and contribute to improvements in software verification processes, automation tools, and configuration management practices.