Software and Systems Test Engineer
Pittsburg, Pennsylvania
Contract
$50/hr - $60/hr
Join a global leader in advanced safety and monitoring technology supporting critical infrastructure across energy, defense, and industrial environments. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys testing complex systems that bridge hardware, software, and cybersecurity.
What You’ll Do-
Own and manage test environments — configure hardware, deploy software builds, and verify system performance.
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Perform manual and automated testing to ensure hardware/software compatibility and communication.
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Create and execute test plans, procedures, and documentation across multiple projects.
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Troubleshoot hardware, network, and software issues in a lab environment.
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Validate cybersecurity components such as endpoint protection, firewalls, and SIEM (Splunk).
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Collaborate closely with developers, engineers, and project leads throughout the software development lifecycle (Agile/Kanban).
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7+ years of hands-on testing experience (hardware + software integration preferred).
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Background in defense, telecom, or industrial systems environments.
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Strong troubleshooting and system ownership skills.
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Experience with network configuration, routing, or firewalls.
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Familiarity with Jira, Jama Connect, and scripting in Python or PowerShell.
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Exposure to automation frameworks (TestComplete, etc.) is a plus.
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Knowledge of C#/.NET, SQL, VMware, or cybersecurity tools (McAfee/Trellix, Splunk) helpful.
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Outgoing, proactive communicator comfortable working primarily onsite.
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
- Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
- Paid Sick Time Leave
- Legal and Identity Protection Plans
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.