Lightship

Senior Systems Test Engineer

Lightship$142K — $178K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
  • Minimum 5 years experience in software/firmware testing
  • Proven experience in embedded systems test infrastructure
  • Proficiency in Python
  • Experience in test automation and continuous integration
  • In-depth knowledge of CAN bus
  • Experience working on safety-critical systems
  • Self-directed with the ability to work in uncertain situations

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) automated test infrastructure for embedded systems
  • Collaborate with software and system owners to gain a deep understanding of system functionality
  • Develop testing coverage requirements with cross-functional engineering teams
  • Author and execute test plans ensuring functional and safety compliance
  • Identify and document bugs through root cause analysis of test failures
  • Support development testing in both lab and field environments

Benefits

  • Healthcare, Dental, Vision coverage with 100% premium paid by the company
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Flexible Paid Time Off with encouragement to use vacation
  • 8 Company Holidays plus a scheduled downtime week at year-end
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • Annual $2,000 benefit for personal RV trips and professional development
  • Comprehensive support for employee health and wellness initiatives
Full Job Description
About the Role
Lightship's mission to modernize and electrify RVs demands building cutting edge electronics and controls. As a Senior Systems Test Engineer, you will design and implement automated test infrastructure to validate our embedded software and hardware with a focus on our unique propulsion system. To succeed, you will develop a strong understanding of how our systems work and how to break them to ensure a high bar of quality for our embedded software systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) automated test infrastructure for our embedded systems
  • Work closely with software and system owners to develop deep understanding of how our systems work
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop testing coverage requirements
  • Author and execute test plans to ensure our embedded systems meet functional and safety requirements
  • Root cause test failures and clearly document bugs for tracking purposes
  • Support development testing in the lab and in the field


Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
  • Minimum 5 years experience testing software/firmware
  • Proven experience in embedded systems test infrastructure
  • Proficiency coding in Python
  • Experience with test automation and continuous integration
  • In-depth knowledge of CAN bus
  • Experience working on safety-critical systems
  • Self-directed and motivated with the ability to work effectively in uncertain situations


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with ISO26262 or similar functional safety standard in a different industry
  • Experience debugging across communication protocols such as CAN, UART, etc.
  • Experience working with HIL platforms like dSpace, Speedgoat, VeriStand, etc.
  • Familiarity with Simulink and MATLAB for model-based HIL testing
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and datasheets
  • Proficiency coding in C/C++
  • Proficient with basic lab tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, soldering iron, etc.)
  • Experience with test and automation frameworks (e.g. Jenkins, Pytest, TestRail, etc.)
  • Experience working on high voltage and/or propulsion systems
  • Basic understanding of microprocessors and associated peripherals
  • Experience with startup or other small company environment


Equity

Lightship compensation consists of the yearly salary above plus equity, which gives you a stake in the company.

$142,000 - $178,000 a year

Onsite/Hybrid Work
Hybrid roles at Lightship require onsite work from our offices Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Tuesdays and Fridays are optional work from home days, when your work will be executed more successfully from home. Speak to the hiring manager to learn more.

Employee Benefits & Philosophy - Applies to Full Time Employees only

- Healthcare, Dental, Vision

- 401k

- Flexible Paid Time Off - that we actually want you to use!

- 8 Company Holidays + the company observes a period of scheduled downtime during the end of the year for a week, allowing all employees to enjoy a break

- 12 weeks paid parental leave

- $2,000 per year towards an RV trip of your own &/or professional development opportunities - we call this a LightTrip

Lightship offers all of its full time employees and their dependents full benefits including health, dental and vision insurance and covers 100% of the insurance premium. We are on a mission to create a more healthful all-electric experience for a pastime that millions of families enjoy and believe strongly that our team should not have to worry about quality healthcare for themselves or their loved ones along the way.

About Lightship

Lightship is a technology company that specializes in developing advanced airships for various applications. The company's airships are designed to provide a low-cost, low-carbon alternative to traditional aircraft for a range of missions, including cargo transport, surveillance, and communications. Lightship's airships are powered by a combination of solar panels and batteries, which allows them to operate for extended periods without refueling. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Washington, DC.
Learn more about Lightship
Size
50 employees
Industry
Founded
2012

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