Defense Test Engineer
Warren, MI
Contract
$40/hr - $55/hr
Help shape the future of military ground vehicles! In this role, you’ll be a key player in validating mission-critical embedded software, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and driving systems that matter for national defense. We’re looking for a passionate engineer with hands-on military, prototyping, or embedded software experience who’s eager to make an impact. You’ll gain exposure to complex vehicle architectures, unique real-world test environments, and career-building professional development opportunities—all within a stable, well-resourced organization.
Contract Duration:
6+ Months (with high likelihood of extension)
Required Skills & Experience
· 6+ years software testing experience (or 3+ years direct military/embedded domain)
· Strong expertise in embedded systems & hardware/software integration
· Requirements management (DOORS, Jama, or similar)
· Debugging, defect documentation, and root cause analysis
· Knowledge of military, automotive, or aerospace standards (MIL-STD, DO-178C, ISO 26262)
· Test automation experience (Python, C/C++ preferred)
Desired Skills & Experience
· DoD/military vehicle program experience
· Rapid prototyping or field integration exposure
· Familiarity with RTOS and safety-critical software testing
· Active security clearance or eligibility
· Experience with secure software development/testing
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
· 70% Embedded Software (C/C++, Python, hardware-in-the-loop environments)
· 20% Requirements Management Tools (e.g., DOORS)
· 10% Vehicle Platform Testing/Simulation
Daily Responsibilities
· 80% Hands On Testing (develop, execute, and report on test cases for embedded systems)
· 10% Test Planning/Management Duties (test strategy, process improvement)
· 10% Team Collaboration (cross-functional troubleshooting, stakeholder interaction)
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
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- Short/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
- Life Insurance and Retirement Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
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