Software Test Engineer, II
Company: Panasonic Avionics Corporation
Location: Irvine
Posted on: May 13, 2022
Job Description:
Who We Are
Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic
Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight
products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone
connectivity!
How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes
into creating technology that delights millions of people in an
industry that's here to stay! With our company's history spanning
over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth
opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the
industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture
that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many
areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills
and more. If you want to learn more about us visit us at
www.panasonic.aero . And for a full listing of open job
opportunities go to www.panasonic.aero/join-us/.
The Position
Assist in the development, testing, integration, and release
efforts of software and hardware associated activities.
- Hardware and software integration of new and/or existing
systems, functions and LRUs designed by the Development Engineering
and the Software Development groups.
- Integration test of LRU and system functionality.
- Ensure all testing is properly documented and traced to the
requirements.
- Coordinate activities for systems development, integration,
test, and software/hardware release.
- Responsible for the integration and maintenance of a test rack
configuration with regards to the systems installation.
- Software and system testing of all In-flight Entertainment
(IFE) and/or Global Communication System (GCS) functionality for
existing and new systems.
- Participate in the design and development of all IFE and/or GCS
system functionality.
- Participate in all efforts in the testing and regression
testing of software phase releases.
- Perform manual and automated testing.
- Assist and support all engineering efforts company-wide as
required.
- Develop test plans and procedures to validate system
requirements.
- Troubleshoot problems reported for all Panasonic Avionics IFE
and GCS products.
- Focal for software development, integration and problem
investigation for all assigned equipment and systems.
- Conduct in-depth troubleshooting and analyze root cause of any
system anomalies/discrepancies in hardware and/or software.
- Provide solutions and recommendations to project lead.
- Will be communicating with the customers (external or internal)
as required.
What We're Looking For
- A strong technical background in software development and/or
testing.
- Solid background and understanding of Unix and Linux OS.
Familiarity of systems administrator capabilities and command
language for Linux is preferred.
- Good understanding of Computer Networks.
- Proficient in project planning and ability to plan for internal
and/or external dependencies.
- Knowledgeable with commonly used concepts, practices, and
procedures within Software Development Life Cycle.
- Experience working in Waterfall and/or Agile/Scrum
environment.
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle management
defect tracking systems like JIRA, Synergy, ClearQuest etc..
- Uses professional concepts while applying company policies and
procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
- Uses clearly demonstrable skills as an experienced professional
within System and/or Embedded Software Testing.
- Must be capable of clearly identifiable contributions to the
success of a product or project.
- Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of
situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.
- Possess one or more of the following:
- Experience with telephony, cell modem, wireless communication,
SATCOM, Ethernet networks and ARINC protocols.
- Experience in embedded software development testing.
- Experience with working in real-time operating system
environments.
- Aircraft engineering or avionics industry related
experience.
- Excellent writing and strong communication skills.
- Good presentation skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, in person and on
the phone.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Sciences, Computer
Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering, or
equivalent experience.
- 3-6 years' of experience in software/system engineering
development and/or software/hardware testing.
- IFE and/or Avionics industry-related experience is
preferred.
- Ability to travel to domestic or international locations as
required, up to 10% of the time.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Majority of time spent at test rack (75%) which includes
standing, lifting, bending, twisting and stooping.
Our Principles
Contribution to Society - Fairness & Honesty - Cooperation & Team
Spirit - Untiring Effort for Improvement - Courtesy & Humility -
Adaptability - Gratitude
What We Offer
At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important
aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind
everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly
competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
- We offer flexible remote work options depending on your role.
Where possible, we offer fully remote or hybrid work
opportunities.
- Paid time off:
- Exempt Salaried employees receive unlimited PTO. This means
that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of
Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt
employees.
- Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year +
7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with
tenure.
- All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year plus a
paid company-wide shut down in the U.S. between Christmas and New
Year.
- Insurance:
- Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA
&HI).
- Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner,
Employee + Children, or Family.
- Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or
VSP.
- 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from
day 1
- Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services,
FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D
Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness
Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance,
Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education
Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service
Award Program.
All applicants are subject to Company policies, third party
customer and worksite requirements, and government requirements,
regarding vaccination and/or testing for COVID-19. Where permitted
by applicable law, applicants may be required to be fully
vaccinated with an authorized COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of
employment,---unless they are eligible for and obtain an exemption
based on a---reasonable accommodation---because of a disability or
a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. While
the Company strongly encourages COVID-19 vaccinations, it may
require vaccination and/or testing for positions in which third
party customer, worksite, or government requirements apply, in
accordance with applicable law. At those locations where
requirements apply, exemptions will be considered based on
applicable law.
Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran
status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company
policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the
essential functions of the job with or without reasonable
accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety
sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or
law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to
respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid
authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in
Panasonic Avionics Corporation.
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