Senior Systems Test Engineer

Overview Lightship is the first American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer currently developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age. As the macro transition to an all-electric transportation ecosystem accelerates, Lightship is bringing the increased convenience and superior performance that electrification offers to a pastime enjoyed by over 11 million American families.   Honoring Diverse Perspectives Lightship is committed to hiring and developing top talent from diverse backgrounds. We believe representing and supporting diverse groups is key to the success of our team members, customers, shareholders and the achievement of our mission and vision. We operate in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure and expect a high degree of integrity, autonomy and creativity from all members of the team.

About the Role Lightship's mission to modernize and electrify RVs demands building cutting edge electronics and controls. As a Senior Systems Test Engineer, you will design and implement automated test infrastructure to validate our embedded software and hardware. To succeed, you will develop a strong understanding of how our systems work and how to break them to ensure a high bar of quality for our embedded software systems.

Responsibilities Design and implement Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) automated test infrastructure for our embedded systems

Work closely with software and system owners to develop deep understanding of how our systems work

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop testing coverage requirements

Author and execute test plans to ensure our embedded systems meet functional and safety requirements

Root cause test failures and clearly document bugs for tracking purposes

Support development testing in the lab and in the field

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Minimum 5 years experience testing software/firmware

Proven experience in embedded systems test infrastructure

Proficiency coding in Python

Experience with test automation and continuous integration

In-depth knowledge of CAN bus

Experience working on safety-critical systems

Self-directed and motivated with the ability to work effectively in uncertain situations

Preferred Qualifications Experience with ISO26262 or similar functional safety standard in a different industry

Experience debugging across communication protocols such as CAN, UART, etc.

Experience working with HIL platforms like dSpace, Speedgoat, VeriStand, etc.

Familiarity with Simulink and MATLAB for model-based HIL testing

Ability to read electrical schematics and datasheets

Proficiency coding in C/C++

Proficient with basic lab tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, soldering iron, etc.)

Experience with test and automation frameworks (e.g. Jenkins, Pytest, TestRail, etc.)

Experience working on high voltage and/or propulsion systems

Basic understanding of microprocessors and associated peripherals

Experience with startup or other small company environment

Equity Lightship compensation consists of the yearly salary above plus equity, which gives you a stake in the company.

Employee Benefits & Philosophy - Applies to Full Time Employees only - Healthcare, Dental, Vision - 401k - Flexible Paid Time Off - that we actually want you to use! - 13 Company Holidays: 8 throughout the year + the company observes a week of scheduled downtime during the end of the year, allowing all employees to enjoy a break - 12 weeks paid parental leave - Yearly LightTrip stipend for an RV trip &/or professional development opportunities    Lightship offers all of its full time employees and their dependents full benefits including health, dental and vision insurance. We are on a mission to create a more healthful all-electric experience for a pastime that millions of families enjoy and believe strongly that our team should not have to worry about quality healthcare for themselves or their loved ones along the way.

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Minimum 5 years experience testing software/firmware

Proven experience in embedded systems test infrastructure

Proficiency coding in Python

Experience with test automation and continuous integration

In-depth knowledge of CAN bus

Experience working on safety-critical systems

Self-directed and motivated with the ability to work effectively in uncertain situations