Software Development Engineer In Test

Join our Integrated Engineering Solutions Team as a Software Test Engineer to verify power system avionics hardware and power management algorithms/software. You will be involved in all phases of test software development from requirements through implementation, test, and deployment. Your role will focus on developing automated test cases for hardware-in-the-loop testing utilizing power emulation test racks and satellite flight hardware.

• Work with stakeholders, peer teams, and customers to build verification matrices and test cases for satellite power subsystems, batteries, and solar arrays.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and test infrastructure teams to integrate, test, and validate new features using synthetic data in simulation environments or hardware-in-the-loop testbed systems.
• Develop and utilize monitoring and alerting systems to track space and ground infrastructure health and stability.
• Develop software systems in Python to automate operational workflows, reducing manual intervention and improving system efficiency.
• Build and maintain robust and well-documented APIs that enable engineers and partners to develop custom models, integrations, and test assertions.

• Proven experience in software test engineering, particularly with test case creation and system testing for hardware/software scenarios.
• Expertise in Python scripting and Linux.
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing, especially in aerospace defense.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• 4 years of non-internship professional software development testing experience.
• 4 years of experience building test automation frameworks and tools.

• Experience with Ruby.
• System test verification experience in power conversion, power systems, solar, battery, electric vehicles, satellites, or rockets.
• Understanding of systems engineering principles.
• Excellent data organization and communication skills.
• Ability to clearly and persuasively communicate ideas and concerns.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work hard.

This is a fast-paced, intellectually challenging position. You will verify product and system requirements through verification test campaigns across multiple venues, including hardware-in-the-loop testing and production acceptance testing. The role involves developing test processes and tools, including automation, to scale test campaigns while maintaining high standards of quality and test coverage. You will also perform tests on flight hardware and address issues found during test campaigns.

This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $60 - $75