Software Engineer - Test & Verification (Safety-Critical Embedded Systems)
PDS Tech Commercial | Aviation Industry Leader Partnership
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Contract)
Schedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) | 9/80 Schedule
Pay Rate Starting at $62.16 per hour
Where Precision Meets Safety: Engineer the Systems That Keep Aviation Moving
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Software Engineer - Test & Verification to support a leading organization in the aviation industry. In this role, you will be at the heart of ensuring safety-critical embedded software systems perform flawlessly under the most demanding conditions.
Your work will directly impact the reliability, safety, and certification readiness of advanced aerospace systems. From automated testing infrastructure to rigorous validation frameworks, you will help ensure every line of code meets the highest standards of performance and compliance.
What You'll Do
Develop comprehensive Software Test Plans and Test Procedures for safety-critical systems
Design and implement requirements-based automated software tests (Tier 4 & Tier 5)
Build and maintain automated test infrastructure tailored to Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) such as MACU, DAMU, ANP-R, and MAGU
Create and execute requirements-based test scripts to validate system behavior and compliance
Develop automated unit test infrastructure aligned with formal Software Test Plans
Enable collection and management of regression test artifacts through structured automation frameworks
Ensure test systems are scalable, repeatable, and compliant with aviation safety standards
Collaborate with engineering teams to translate system requirements into robust, testable architectures
Support verification and validation activities across unit, integration, system, and regression testing
Contribute to certification readiness by ensuring full traceability between requirements, tests, and results
Identify and resolve software defects through structured debugging and analysis
Continuously improve testing processes, tools, and automation strategies
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry (or equivalent technical discipline)
5+ years of related engineering experience
OR Master's + 3 years experience
OR PhD or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience developing software test plans and test procedures
Strong background in requirements-based software testing
Experience building automated test infrastructure for complex systems
Ability to develop automated test scripts and validation frameworks
Experience with unit, integration, and regression testing in automated environments
Strong understanding of software lifecycle, verification, and validation processes
Experience working in regulated or safety-critical engineering environments
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting aviation, aerospace, or defense systems
Familiarity with Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) such as MACU, DAMU, ANP-R, MAGU
Experience designing test automation frameworks for embedded systems
Knowledge of software certification and compliance standards
Background in building scalable test infrastructure for multiple system configurations
Experience working with complex, distributed development and test environments
Strong understanding of traceability between requirements, tests, and results
Why Join Us
At PDS Tech Commercial, you'll contribute to aerospace programs where safety, precision, and reliability are non-negotiable . Partnering with a leader in the aviation industry, you'll work on systems that directly impact flight readiness and mission success.
We offer:
Competitive hourly compensation
Structured 9/80 schedule for improved work-life balance
Hands-on experience with advanced aerospace test and verification systems
Exposure to cutting-edge automation and embedded testing technologies
Opportunity to work on high-visibility, safety-critical programs
A collaborative engineering environment focused on quality and excellence
Help Ensure the Future of Safe Flight
If you're passionate about building the testing frameworks that guarantee software reliability in mission-critical aviation systems, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial in shaping the future of aerospace safety and innovation.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Pay Details: $62.16 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the @type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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