Aerospace HSIT Test Engineer

About the Role

Job Title: Aerospace HSIT Test Engineer
Client Sector / Domain Preference: Aerospace / Defense / Embedded Systems
Working Model: On-site
Role Type: Contract
Total Experience Required: 3–7 Years

Role Overview:

We are looking for a skilled Aerospace HSIT Test Engineer to support Hardware Software Integration Testing (HSIT) activities for safety-critical aerospace and defense systems.

The primary purpose of this role is to perform integration testing, verification, and validation of embedded aerospace software and hardware systems while ensuring compliance with aerospace standards such as DO-178C. The engineer will be responsible for developing test scripts, executing integration tests, identifying issues, and supporting defect resolution throughout the software verification lifecycle.

The successful candidate will work closely with software developers, system engineers, test teams, and project stakeholders to ensure reliable and compliant aerospace product delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform Hardware Software Integration Testing (HSIT) for aerospace and defense systems.
2. Develop, execute, and maintain integration test cases and test procedures.
3. Create and enhance automated test scripts using Embedded C, Python, and TCL.
4. Validate system functionality against software and system requirements.
5. Identify, analyze, document, and track software and hardware defects.
6. Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis of integration issues.
7. Support verification and validation activities in compliance with DO-178C standards.
8. Collaborate with software, hardware, and system engineering teams during integration activities.
9. Generate test reports, test evidence, and verification documentation.
10. Participate in design reviews, requirement reviews, and test readiness reviews.
11. Ensure adherence to aerospace quality processes and testing standards.
12. Support continuous improvement initiatives for test automation and integration processes.

Required Skills & Experience:

1. Bachelor's Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, Aerospace, Instrumentation, or related Engineering discipline.
2. 3–5 years of experience in Hardware Software Integration Testing (HSIT).
3. Experience working in Aerospace, Defense, or Embedded Systems environments.
4. Strong understanding of DO-178C software verification and certification processes.
5. Hands-on experience in Embedded C programming.
6. Strong scripting skills using Python and TCL.
7. Experience in integration testing, validation, and defect tracking activities.
8. Understanding of embedded systems architecture and software-hardware interactions.
9. Ability to analyze test results and troubleshoot integration issues.
10. Good communication, presentation, and technical documentation skills.
11. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
12. Ability to work effectively in cross-functional engineering teams.

Desirable Skills & Experience

1. Experience in aerospace avionics systems and safety-critical applications.
2. Exposure to automated testing frameworks and test automation methodologies.
3. Knowledge of aerospace development and certification processes.
4. Experience with requirement management and test management tools.
5. Familiarity with configuration management and defect tracking systems.
6. Experience in system integration and verification environments.
7. Knowledge of aircraft electrical and electronic subsystems.

Conclusion – Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a motivated Aerospace HSIT Test Engineer with strong expertise in Hardware Software Integration Testing, Embedded C programming, and aerospace software verification processes.

The successful candidate should possess excellent problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, and the capability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams. They should be comfortable working in safety-critical environments and committed to delivering high-quality aerospace solutions.

Candidates with aerospace, defense, avionics, or embedded systems experience, along with strong Python and TCL scripting expertise, will be highly regarded.

Additional Requirements:

• Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech
• Mandatory Skills: HSIT, DO-178C, Embedded C, Python, TCL
• Joining Requirement: Immediate to 30 day joiners only
• Nice to Have: Experience working on Power Distribution Unit (PDU) projects.