The Software Test Engineer works under the Flight Software Test Team and reports to the Test, Integration, and Labs (TIL) Lead. The Software Test Engineer is responsible for designing and developing Dream Chaser software test inputs (test cases, code/scripts, and procedures), executing/directing software tests, and producing/reviewing test output products (test logs, test analyses, automated test results). Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Review and analyze software design descriptions, ICDs, and requirements in coordination with development teams
Design and architect various aspects of the test campaign
As appropriate, serve as the technical lead and/or product owner
Monitor and implement continuous team improvements
Direct the development of test descriptions and peer reviews
Direct the development and review of software code, specifically automated Python test scripts to be leveraged in the Continuous Integration environment
Investigate, create, and close software bugs and test product bugs
Plan team execution of software release tests, acceptance tests, and qualification tests
Collect and report technical, schedule, and cost metrics
Ensure that software standards are met and that all test artifacts adhere to Sierra Space standards
Sierra Space-based in Louisville, CO with operations in Madison, WI, Durham, NC, Huntsville, AL, Houston, TX, and Kennedy Space Center, FL-designs and manufactures the Dream Chaser spaceplane and other advanced spacecraft, commercial space destinations, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers, and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space
Must-haves:

• Bachelor's of Science degree Computer Science, Software Engineering or other related discipline and typically 14 or more years of relevant experience
• Advanced capabilities using Computer Aided Engineering tools
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams

Preferred:

• Understanding of industry standard software languages such as C, C#, C++, HTML, Java, Python, and Bash
• Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build
• Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Spiral
• Proficient with data structures

• Embedded software test lead experience

• Leadership in software development for test - directing test descriptions, test code, test procedures

• Skilled in Python test script development and review

• Test data analysis and root-cause analysis experience

• Excellent communications skills

• Excellent leadership skills

• Experience as a technical lead and/or product owner

• Skilled in systems thinking, data analysis, and verification/validation

• Experience with Linux/Unix command line interfaces

• Experience leveraging an Aircraft/Spacecraft simulator as part of a test platform

• Software-in-the-loop and Hardware-in-the-loop test experience

• Experience analyzing bus data and network communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553

• NASA 7150.2 and/or DO-178 experience

• Test automation and continuous integration experience

• Experience with test management tools for requirements tracking, test case tracking, test code reviews, test pipeline configuration and execution, and automated test results

• Experience planning and directing software release tests, acceptance tests, and qualification tests

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity
• Rarely lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
• Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials
• Rarely exposed to loud noises

Referral Bonus:
$1,500
With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services.
Estimated Starting Salary Range:
$138,634.92 - $207,952.37
Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.