Senior Automotive Software Test / Integration Engineer

At CoMind, we are developing a non-invasive neuromonitoring technology that will result in a new era of clinical brain monitoring. In joining us, you will be helping to create cutting-edge technologies that will improve how we diagnose and treat brain disorders, ultimately improving and saving the lives of patients across the world. THE ROLE: The Product Assurance team at CoMind is responsible for ensuring the device performs as intended against its specified requirements, generating the test evidence needed to support regulatory submissions and design history files. Working across hardware, software, and integrated system levels, the team designs and executes test methods and protocols that demonstrate design outputs meet design inputs to the standard required for FDA clearance and CE marking. As a Verification Test Engineer, you will own the design and execution of V&V test activities for CoMind’s device, working across hardware, software, and system levels. You will develop test protocols, validate the test methods and equipment, execute testing, analyse and collate results, and author reports for a regulated medical device, working closely with systems engineering and quality throughout. As a member of the Product Assurance team the role reports into the Systems and V+V Manager. You will have a good scientific and engineering background with a rigorous and systematic approach to problem solving, product testing and product integration. At CoMind, all team members work at least 4 days per week in the office, plus a flexible work-from-home day. This role is based in our London (Kings Cross) office. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Design, write, and execute test protocols for hardware, software, and system-level design verification testing * Develop and qualify test methods, test equipment and protocols against system and sub-system requirements * Collate and analyse test results, identify and report anomalies and non-conformances, and work with quality and engineering teams to investigate root causes and determine disposition * Author verification test reports to the standard required for design history files and regulatory submissions, including FDA clearance and CE marking * Maintain requirements traceability matrices, ensuring test coverage is complete and gaps are identified and resolved ahead of design reviews and regulatory milestones * Support system integration testing, coordinating test execution across hardware, firmware, and software components and documenting integration test outcomes * Contribute to risk management activities under ISO 14971, including review of FMEAs and verification of risk control effectiveness * Develop and maintain test infrastructure, fixtures, calibration status and tooling needed to execute verification activities efficiently and repeatably * AI is fundamental to our culture — it’s not just a tool, but a core part of how we work, collaborate, and innovate. We expect all team members to embrace AI in their daily work and continuously find new ways to use it effectively SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: * 4+ years of experience in verification, test engineering, or a closely related role, with hands-on experience writing and executing test protocols for complex hardware or software systems * Experience in a regulated industry (medical devices, aerospace, automotive, or similar) and design control requirements * Good analytical skills, with the ability to identify and investigate test anomalies, document non-conformances, and support root cause analysis * Experience in developing software based test tools and scripts in Python for collecting and analyzing test data * Familiarity with requirements management tooling and test management platforms * Clear and precise technical writing skills, with experience authoring test protocols and reports that meet regulatory documentation standards NICE TO HAVE: * Working knowledge of ISO 14971 and ISO 13485 applied to product design and development * Experience with hardware-in-the-loop or software-in-the-loop testing for embedded or real-time systems * Experience in optical, photonic, or biomedical hardware test and characterisation * Familiarity with IEC 62304 software V&V requirements and the interface between hardware and software test activities * Exposure to automated test frameworks or scripting for test automation in an embedded or mixed-signal context BENEFITS: * Company equity plan so all employees share in the success of the company * Salary-sacrifice pension scheme * Private medical, dental and vision insurance (medical history disregarded) * Group life assurance at 4x annual income * Comprehensive mental health support, including unlimited access to 1:1 sessions with trained professionals * Unlimited holiday allowance (+ bank holidays) and one week of remote working per quarter * Lunch voucher (£10) every day for JustEat and free dinner on those days where you need to work later * Twice weekly deliveries of fresh fruit and an extensive selection of snacks and drinks * YuLife subscription, allowing you to turn your daily steps and meditation into discounts at a range of stores DISCLAIMER - We use AI notetaking tools to transcribe interviews for internal review. 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We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more. As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing. When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. As Senior Systems Engineer - Integration & Test you will be responsible for; * Support the full functional verification and validation lifecycle for satellite systems, including mapping technical requirements to appropriate test strategies and verification methods. * Develop comprehensive test plans, test procedures, and verification documentation aligned with system‑level requirements. * Design, build, and refine automated test systems, ground support equipment, and test tooling to improve efficiency and consistency. * Execute validated test procedures, collect and analyze test data, and generate detailed test reports, non‑conformance records, and supporting documentation. * Troubleshoot issues related to flight hardware, test equipment, or automated systems, ensuring timely resolution and documentation. * Participate in cross‑functional coordination activities spanning system engineering, integration, operations, and product assurance. * Support system architecture tasks, including trade studies, requirements updates, and generation of mission‑level documentation such as CONOPS, algorithms, and interface definitions. * Revise and maintain functional specifications to incorporate new mission needs and customer requirements.   Qualifications; * Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field required; Master’s degree preferred. * 9+ years of aerospace engineering experience, including 5+ years working in satellite operations, system engineering, integration, and test (SEIT). * Hands‑on experience with satellite system testing, functional verification, and validation processes. * Proficiency with common systems engineering and test tools (e.g., requirements management, command/control environments, workflow tracking systems). * Familiarity with spacecraft subsystems such as guidance and control, power systems, data handling, avionics, and software. * Experienced with producing and resolving test flags, non‑conformance reports, and quality assurance documentation. * Background in object‑oriented languages (e.g., C/C++) and scripting (e.g., Python, TCL). * Ability to interpret engineering documentation, including schematics, mechanical drawings, CAD models, and cable/wire lists. * Understanding of the full space mission lifecycle—from requirements development through build, test, launch, and operations. * U.S. citizenship required; able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Location: on-site in Merritt Island, FL preferred, but remote work available Salary Range: $145K-$190K The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience    Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy. Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process. Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.