2-5 years of software engineering or testing experience, preferably with Python and another language (C++, Java, or TypeScript).
Experience in building automated software tests and analyzing AI/machine-learning outputs.
Proficient in writing and executing test plans, with the ability to produce clear customer-facing reports.
Familiarity with containers and continuous integration practices.
Experience in regulated environments, such as government projects.
Willingness to travel for integration and test events.
U.S. citizenship required.
Responsibilities
Develop test plans and procedures, executing factory and on-site testing while documenting results.
Build and maintain automated tests for software and AI model performance, including regression testing.
Evaluate model and system performance using controlled test data and approved measures.
Independently compare new software releases with prior versions to assess improvements.
Troubleshoot issues, support technical reviews, and develop necessary software fixes or test tools.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI systems in a regulated environment.
Collaborative work with aviation subject matter experts and development teams.
Potential for professional growth in a technology-driven company.
Engagement in meaningful projects that support flight simulation technology.
Full Job Description
Opportunity
PeopleTec is currently seeking a Software / Test Engineer II to support our Huntsville, AL location.
PeopleTec is seeking a Software / Test Engineer II in Huntsville, AL, to plan, automate, and execute testing of an on-premise AI system supporting the H-1 flight simulator. You will independently evaluate software and AI model releases, work with the aviation SME and development teams during testing, and help identify and resolve problems.
Duties:
Develop test plans and procedures, execute factory and on-site testing, and document results and deficiencies.
Build and maintain automated tests for software, voice-command capabilities, and AI model performance, including regression testing.
Evaluate model and system performance using controlled test data and approved measures, and independently compare new releases with prior versions.
Troubleshoot problems, support technical reviews, and develop software fixes or test tools as needed.
Qualifications
Required Skills/Experience:
Preferred experience range: 2–5 years of software engineering or software testing experience using Python and at least one additional language such as C++, Java, or TypeScript. Demonstrated technical ability will be considered regardless of total years of experience.
Experience building automated software tests and analyzing test data, including evaluating AI or machine-learning outputs against defined measures.
Experience writing and executing test plans and producing clear customer-facing test reports.
Experience using containers and continuous integration in daily development.
Experience delivering software or test activities in a Government or other regulated environment.
Ability to travel for integration and test events.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant professional or military experience may substitute for a degree.
Desired Skills:
Experience integrating flight simulators or training devices, including instructor operator station workflows.
Audio pipeline experience, including capture, voice activity detection, and text-to-speech playback, along with low-latency service tuning.
Experience with Kubernetes and Helm, GitLab CI, software bill of materials (SBOM) tooling, and work in STIG-hardened environments.
Familiarity with experiment tracking, model registries, and dataset versioning tools.
Familiarity with language-model applications and guardrails that control how model outputs are acted on.
Overview
People First. Technology Always.
About PeopleTec
PeopleTec, Inc. is a defense contractor that provides engineering and technical services to the United States Department of Defense and other government agencies. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. PeopleTec specializes in systems engineering, cybersecurity, and software development. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the 2019 North Alabama Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics and the 2018 Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award. PeopleTec has a strong commitment to giving back to the community and supports a variety of charitable organizations.
