# Senior Autonomy Software Quality Assurance and Test Engineer II

> Scientific Systems Company, Inc. · Burlington, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-27

**Salary:** USD 111,000–145,000

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Solutions

## Description

Scientific Systems is seeking an experienced QA & Test Engineer to design, execute, and maintain comprehensive test programs for our autonomy software and integrated hardware/software systems. This role is instrumental as Scientific Systems deploys it’s software onto multiple third‑party drone platforms and transitions into a scaled, licensed‑software product line.

The QA & Test Engineer ensures reliability, performance, and mission‑readiness through rigorous lab testing, hardware‑in‑the‑loop validation, field demonstrations, and data‑driven defect analysis.

You will help shape the quality foundation for a new generation of autonomy products deployed across multiple aircraft manufacturers. As part of the Solutions Division, your work directly impacts real‑world missions, integrates leading-edge research, and strengthens SSCI’s growing commercial and defense footprint.

**Essential Functions:**

-   Design, maintain, and execute comprehensive test plans covering functional, regression, performance, integration, and safety testing for software and hardware systems.

-   Conduct hands‑on testing of autonomy modules, sensors, onboard systems, ground-control interfaces, and mission execution workflows.
-   Perform data analysis on test outputs; produce clear test reports, defect logs, and actionable recommendations.
-   Identify testing risks and propose mitigation strategies
-   Support flight test activities in coordination with Field Service Engineers and engineering teams.
-   Manage test equipment, simulation tools, hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) setups, and bench-test environments.
-   Work cross‑functionally with software engineers, autonomy specialists, and integration teams to ensure consistent product quality across multiple OEM platforms.
-   Contribute to staffing, test-schedule planning, and future test strategy development.
-   Prepare documentation, artifacts, and validation materials for internal reviews and external stakeholders.
-   Able to obtain and maintain a US DOD Security Clearance.

## Requirements

**Basic Qualifications:**

-   Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
-   5+ years’ experience designing and running test programs for complex software or integrated SW/HW systems.
-   Strong experience with test planning, executing regression testing, and analyzing test results.
-   Experience working with hardware systems, sensors, or embedded platforms.
-   Excellent analytical skills, including log analysis and data‑driven diagnostics.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

-   Prior experience testing autonomy, robotics, or aerospace systems.
-   Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)
-   Experience supporting field test/demonstration events.
-   Experience with simulation tools (AFSIM, AirSim, etc.).
-   Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
-   FAA Part 107 license a plus
-   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

## Benefits

-   Salary: $111,000 - $145,000 (Depends on Experience)
-   Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
-   Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
-   Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
-   Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
-   Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
-   Short Term & Long Term Disability
-   Training & Development
-   Hybrid Work Schedule
-   Free Food & Snacks
-   Wellness Resources
-   Summer 9/80 work schedule

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