Software Developer III

About the position

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. Under supervision dependent on skill level, this position is responsible for developing test cases, helping to stand up automated testing pipelines, supporting SIL and HWIL testing activities, and supporting flight tests as needed. As part of this position, documentation of issues found and communication with the full SW and HW stack is critical to resolve the issues or have a path forward to resolve them. This position also works with multiple levels from technicians, developers, and even upper management potentially for communicating findings and helping to drive testing of an end to end modular SW and HW for both air and ground testing.

Responsibilities

• Autonomy and AI product testing encompassing developing test plans, running testing from lab to live planes, interfacing with customers, and generally being responsible for testing the overall system plus AI related SW as needed communicating issues to developers.
• Work with stakeholders through the life cycle creating test plans, test cases, and test execution of software features.
• Develop concise reports or issues and track them from creation to closing.
• Work with flight test team to verify the SW is safe to fly on an aircraft and ensure successful flight events.
• Development of test automation systems and automated test cases.
• May contribute to establishing automated testing and reporting pipelines.
• May contribute to the development/updating of test standards and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.