Senior Test Engineer (m/f/d)
Core
Verifying and validating advanced autonomous ground systems for military and civilian applications, ensuring safety, reliability, and operational effectiveness.
Role type
Senior Test Engineer (Embedded Systems & Robotics)
Builds
Autonomous unmanned ground systems (UGVs) and sensors for defense and first responder use cases.
Domain
Defense technology, Robotics, Embedded Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Test strategy development, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SiL) testing, Embedded systems testing, Real-time software testing, Requirement-based testing methods, Traceability tools (DOORS/Jama), Test automation scripting (Python/Robot Framework), CAN-Bus and ROS/ROS2 protocols, System integration testing, Regression and performance testing, Security testing, Mentoring junior engineers
Preferred skills
Knowledge of physical test benches and outdoor test grounds, Experience in defense, aerospace, or automotive sectors
Technologies
Python, Robot Framework, DOORS, Jama, ROS, ROS2, CAN-Bus
Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive test strategies covering hardware and software components, Execute HiL, SiL, and field tests to validate system integrity, Collaborate with system, software, and hardware engineers to verify requirements, Manage defect tracking and validate fixes, Develop and maintain verification and validation processes adhering to defense standards, Produce test reports in German and English, Mentor junior engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
