Verification Validation Engineer

E‑7A V&V Engineer (Avionics / Embedded Systems)

Location: Rockford, IL

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced E‑7A Verification & Validation (V&V) Engineer to support avionics and embedded software development for 4th‑generation platform systems. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in hardware/software integration testing, low-level testing, and DO‑178C compliant environments, with a background in aircraft power distribution and mission‑critical embedded systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Verification & Validation (V&V) activities for avionics and embedded software systems supporting the E‑7A platform.
• Execute Hardware/Software Integration Testing (HSIT), low‑level testing, and module‑level testing.
• Conduct testing and debugging using Micro Board In Loop (MBIL) test setups or equivalent test stands.
• Perform Data Coupling and Control Coupling Analysis (DCCCA) and Structural Coverage Analysis (SCA) to support certification objectives.
• Develop and execute test procedures in alignment with DO‑178C processes and program requirements.
• Support requirements management, change control, and traceability using Polarion CM/CR and DOORS.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and software engineering teams to resolve defects and ensure system compliance.
• Contribute to certification artifacts, test reports, and program reviews.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong working knowledge of Polarion CM/CR and IBM DOORS.
• Hands-on experience with microprocessors such as MPC5554 and MPC7448.
• Experience with communication bus protocols, including:
• TTP (Time‑Triggered Protocol)
• ARINC 429
• Prior experience with PDS (Secondary Power Distribution Systems).
• Familiarity with Secondary Power Distribution Systems in avionics environments.
• Proven experience working within DO‑178C compliant development and verification processes.
• Strong background in integration testing, low‑level embedded testing, and fault isolation.
• Experience executing tests on MBIL or equivalent avionics test benches.

Preferred Qualifications

• Scripting experience with TCL and/or Python for test automation or analysis.
• Prior involvement in certification efforts for safety‑critical avionics software.
• Experience working on military or ISR aircraft platforms is a plus.

Work Environment

• Program-driven engineering environment with close collaboration across V&V, systems, hardware, and software teams.
• Hands-on lab and test‑bench focused role.

Compliance Note (Optional – Include if Applicable)

This position may require access to U.S. export-controlled information. Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or lawful permanent residents to comply with ITAR/EAR regulations.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range Minimum: $ 70000 per year

Pay Range Maximum: $ 107000 per year

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to secure@hcltech.com for investigation.

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.