Software Test Engineer, Ground Systems (m/f/d)

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential aerospace organization in Parsdorf, Bavaria, seeking a Software Test Engineer for their Ground Control Systems team. In this role, you will contribute directly to the development and maintenance of testing systems that support cutting-edge aerospace platforms.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows related to testing, automation, and software delivery
• Developing and maintaining test plans, test cases, and automating tests where feasible
• Working with existing Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) setups, extending, debugging, and improving them over time
• Supporting integration, verification, validation, and qualification (IVVQ) activities for new firmware and software components
• Performing regression testing and refining the testing process for faster iteration
• Documenting test results, identifying failure patterns, and sharing insights with engineering teams
• Collaborating closely with PLC and software engineers to investigate field issues and incorporate learnings into the testing pipeline

What We're Looking For

Required qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in software testing within RTOS (real-time operating system) environments
• Fluent English language skills
• Hands-on experience with TwinCAT and Python for test automation
• Strong understanding of testing methodologies for real-time and automation systems
• Practical experience working with test rigs, hardware interfaces, and measurement tools
• Familiarity with data logging, tolerance measurement, and evaluating real-world variability
• Highly organized and proactive approach with excellent attention to detail and outstanding communication skills

Bonus skills that strengthen your candidacy:

• Experience designing or extending custom HIL/SIL test rigs
• Ability to create simulation models (for example, with MATLAB/Simulink)
• Knowledge of safety-critical standards (IEC 62061, ECSS-Q-80, ECSS-E-40, ECSS-Q-40, or similar)

How We Work With You

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• One of our experienced recruiters will screen your profile and qualifications
• If there's a strong match, we'll prepare and submit your candidacy to our client
• We'll guide you through each stage of the interview process

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Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process with our recruiting team.

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