Systems Test & Software Development Engineer
Aberdeen, Maryland
Engineering /
Full-time /
Hybrid
We are seeking a versatile and driven Systems Test & Software Development Engineer to support the testing, integration, and continuous delivery of advanced AI/ML-enabled RF systems. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the robustness, performance, and mission readiness of integrated prototypes through hands-on software development, test execution, and automation support.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain software tools using Python and C++ to enable automated testing, validation, and system integration.
- Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to streamline the delivery of machine learning software artifacts and embedded system builds.
- Conduct unit testing, system-level verification, and performance evaluations of AI/ML models within RF applications.
- Participate in test planning, execution, and post-test analysis across simulated and hardware-in-the-loop environments.
- Support technical documentation, including bug tracking, configuration change requests, and risk assessments.
- Collaborate closely with RF engineers, data scientists, and integration teams to understand system requirements and test strategies.
- Proactively build subject matter expertise in wireless communications, embedded systems, and AI/ML workflows.
- Work on-site at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) to support hands-on system integration and live testing activities.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of software development experience, with an emphasis on test automation, systems integration, or validation engineering.
- Proficiency with CI/CD tools and workflows, including Git, Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar platforms.
- Experience or strong interest in wireless communications, embedded systems, or related technical domains.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or a related field is preferred.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Active TS/SCI clearance required.
About NextGen:
NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions and comprehensive mission and business support services. We work in close collaboration with our Customers to truly understand their business and mission goals. Our approach is to design, build, implement, and manage solutions that measurably improve our client’s organizational performance. We have established and foster a corporate culture where we:
•Treat employees with fairness and respect regardless of their position, sexual identity, race, or tenure.
•Communicate the importance of our mission and our employees’ contributions to it, ensuring they understand how their job role contributes to the greater good.
•Openly promote and communicate our ideas for change and adaptability.
•Strive to achieve results as an organization.
•Hold employees accountable to their commitments and provide incentives that encourage positive and productive behaviors.
•Value the talents and contributions of our employees as the key factor for our success.
•Create an environment where people can engage at all levels.
•Encourage people to take risks and allow them to make mistakes.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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