Software Verification, Test Engineer

Crown Consulting, Inc.

. Develop, review, and execute software and system test cases, test scripts, and test procedures .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in software verification and testing for safety-critical avionics systems, with a strong focus on DO-178C compliance and requirements-based verification. Proficient in developing test cases, analyzing results, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.

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DO-178C Software VerificationJava Development ExperienceSCADE ProficiencyAvionics Certification SupportRequirements Management Using IBM DOORS

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Hard Skills

Software TestingFunctional TestingSystem TestingIntegration TestingPerformance TestingTest AutomationRequirements AnalysisTroubleshootingSoftware DevelopmentStructural Coverage Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailTechnical CommunicationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

IBM DOORSSCADEVectorCASTLDRAPythonCC++Hardware in the Loop TestingSimulation EnvironmentsTest Frameworks

Industry Keywords

Avionics SystemsFAA CertificationAircraft Safety AnalysisInertial Navigation SystemsNavigation AvionicsSafety Critical DevelopmentDO-254ARP4754AARP4761Military Airworthiness Certification

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, review, and execute software and system test cases, test scripts, and test procedures
Perform requirements-based verification of safety critical avionics software
Conduct functional, system, integration, and performance testing
Verify software behavior against system and software requirements
Analyze test results and identify, document, and investigate anomalies
Perform regression testing following software or requirements changes
Support software verification activities throughout the avionics development lifecycle
Ensure test artifacts are complete, traceable, repeatable, and suitable for certification evidence
Perform software testing on avionics hardware platforms and integrated hardware/software environments
Support hardware/software integration testing associated with navigation avionics
Evaluate system behavior under normal, abnormal, and boundary conditions
Troubleshoot software, hardware, interface, and integration issues
Support simulation, bench testing, and hardware in the loop testing environments when applicable
Collaborate with software, systems, hardware, and test engineers to isolate and resolve technical issues
Perform verification activities in accordance with DO-178C objectives
Support preparation and maintenance of verification evidence required for avionics certification
Ensure traceability between system requirements, software requirements, test procedures, test results, and identified anomalies
Participate in requirements reviews, test reviews, peer reviews, and certification related activities
Support development and review of verification documentation and certification artifacts
Assist with identifying and resolving verification gaps or compliance issues
Review system and software requirements for clarity, completeness, consistency, and testability
Develop test cases and procedures directly from approved requirements
Maintain bidirectional traceability between requirements and verification artifacts
Support requirements management and analysis using IBM DOORS or comparable requirements management tools
Identify ambiguous, incomplete, or conflicting requirements and coordinate resolution with engineering stakeholders
Utilize SCADE within model-based software development and verification environments
Support verification of SCADE generated or model-based avionics software
Apply Java development experience to support software development, testing, automation, troubleshooting, or verification activities
Review software behavior and implementation as necessary to support test development and anomaly investigation
Collaborate with development engineers throughout verification and certification activities
Support verification and certification activities for navigation avionics and related aircraft systems
Apply understanding of aircraft safety, system safety, and certification considerations when developing verification approaches
Support analysis of system performance and navigation related functionality
Participate in technical reviews involving software, hardware, systems engineering, and certification stakeholders
Maintain rigorous quality standards consistent with safety critical aviation development
Develop clear and complete test procedures, test reports, verification records, and technical documentation
Document defects, anomalies, corrective actions, and test results
Communicate technical findings clearly to engineering teams and program stakeholders
Participate in peer reviews of requirements, test cases, procedures, results, and verification artifacts
Support reporting program and technical status activities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum eight years of professional software development, software verification, software testing, or related engineering experience
Minimum five years of Java development experience
Direct professional experience using SCADE
Direct experience supporting DO-178C software development, verification, testing, or certification activities
Demonstrated experience developing and executing requirements-based software test cases and procedures
Experience performing functional, system, integration, or performance testing of avionics systems
Experience testing software in conjunction with avionics hardware
Experience supporting avionics certification and testing activities
Experience with navigation avionics, aircraft navigation systems, inertial navigation systems, or closely related aviation systems
Experience with FAA certification activities, aircraft safety analysis, or other safety critical aviation development processes
Ability to analyze software and system requirements and translate requirements into executable verification activities
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to software quality
Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
Ability to work independently within a remote engineering environment
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Experience with IBM DOORS or comparable requirements management and traceability tools
Experience performing detailed requirements analysis
Experience with inertial navigation, GPS aided navigation, guidance, or control systems
Experience with test automation
Experience developing or maintaining automated test frameworks
Experience with hardware in the loop, simulation, or laboratory test environments
Experience with structural coverage analysis tools such as VectorCAST, LDRA, or comparable tools
Familiarity with static analysis tools
Experience with Python, C, C++, or other languages commonly used in embedded avionics verification
Familiarity with DO-254, ARP4754A, ARP4761, or related aviation development and certification standards
Experience supporting FAA or military airworthiness certification activities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) with Company Match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development Opportunities
Up to 10% travel support for program activities, technical reviews, integration, testing, or customer needs