Engineer II – Systems Test, Software & Simulation

Job overview

The Engineer II – Systems Test, Software & Simulation role is onsite in Washington, DC. Compensation is $89,000–$130,000 annually. Shield AI develops autonomy software and aircraft; its Hivemind Solutions Test Department validates the reliability, safety, and performance of autonomy software. The engineer develops simulation-driven test frameworks, automation, and software quality processes for Hivemind. The work helps verify autonomy software across simulated and real-world mission environments and supports the company’s mission to protect service members and civilians.

What you'll do

• Develop automated regression, integration, and system-level tests
• diagnose software issues with development teams
• create and execute test plans and documentation
• maintain simulation-based test frameworks
• build Python tools for testing and analysis
• develop test harnesses for SIL, HIL, VIL, and simulation environments
• define testing methods and metrics
• support simulation infrastructure
• integrate test coverage into CI/CD pipelines.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

systems test engineer

software testing

simulation

python

autonomy software

robotics

hivemind

washington dc

shield ai

regression testing

ci/cd

secret clearance

u.s. citizenship required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting describes pay within the listed range plus bonus, benefits, and equity for regular full-time employees
• temporary employees have a temporary benefits package after 60 days.

Why this role

The role requires Python proficiency and the ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

About the employer

Shield AI is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.