Amentum

Hardware In The Loop Integration Test Engineer

Amentum • $92K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Engineering required; master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.
  • Prior experience with dSPACE, Vector CANoe / CANalayzer, and LabView is essential.
  • Proficient in electronics and electrical instrumentation, specifically signal conditioning (transducers, accelerometers, etc.).
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities; teamwork is crucial.
  • Knowledge of automotive technologies and testing methodologies is necessary.
  • Expertise in integrating HiL control systems with third-party actuators and PLCs.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) applications for vehicle testing.
  • Lead the design, evaluation, and integration of HiL technologies for business needs.
  • Contribute to architectural and design discussions regarding HiL systems.
  • Maintain and upgrade test stand infrastructure as needed.
  • Provide expert guidance on integrating HiL components into existing infrastructure.
  • Work with mechanical systems to incorporate HiL control strategies effectively.
  • Collaborate with engineers to ensure operational support and data integrity during testing.
  • Create and refine automated testing functions, from setup to report generation.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance offered.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays.
  • Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching.
  • Educational reimbursement opportunities available.
  • Parental leave provided.
  • Employee stock purchase plan accessible.
  • Tax-saving options included.
  • Disability and life insurance coverage offered.
  • Pet insurance available.
Full Job Description

Position Duties:

  • Develop HiL applications to support vehicle, system and sub-system testing.

  • Manage and direct the design, evaluation, selection, and integration of HiL technologies to meet the needs of the business.

  • Participate in HiL technical architecture and design decision making process.

  • Upgrade and diagnose test stand infrastructure as required.

  • Provide expert knowledge for the management and integration of critical components of HiL infrastructure.

  • Integrate HiL control strategies into existing mechanical test systems.

  • Interact with Ford engineers and technicians to ensure the users, test systems and infrastructures are properly supported and data integrity is maintained.

  • Develop and implement test automation functions such as test setup, test execution, data collection and report generation and storage.

  • Participate in the development of new equipment specifications to ensure that any new equipment meets all testing requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

  • BS in Engineering is required

  • Previous experience working with dSPACE, Vector CANoe / CANalayzer, LabView.

  • Knowledge of electronics and previous experience in electrical instrumentation including signal conditioning (i.e. transducers, accelerometers, etc.) is required.

  • Excellent leadership, communications and interpersonal skills; Ability to function as part of a team and work cooperatively toward team goals

  • Knowledge in automotive technologies, the laboratory/testing environment, and test & measurement technologies.

  • Expertise integrating HiL control systems with third party actuators, PLCs, etc.

  • Qualified candidates will work well under pressure, demonstrate excellent problem solving and creativity, and be able to quickly evaluate new information and make appropriate decisions.

  • Ability to develop & deliver business cases and presentations, project documentation to be delivered to upper management

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BS or Higher in ME/EE.

  • Expertise in deploying realtime data acquisition control solutions on a broad range of industry standard platforms/operating systems, including:  MS Windows, dSPACE, Vector CANoe / CANalayzer.

Highly skilled and experienced in HiL programming and the integration with various test and measurement systems to achieve test system automation.

       

Compensation Details:

N/A

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

09/25/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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