MTS Tester

Job Summary

Aid in the development, testing, release, and integration of software and hardware associated activities.

Major Responsibilities

• Hardware and software integration of new and/or existing systems, functions, and LRUs designed by Development Engineering and Software Development groups.
• Integration test of LRU and system functionality.
• Ensure all testing is properly documented and submitted.
• 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) functionality for existing systems.
• Participate in the design and development of all IFE system functionality.
• Participate in all efforts in the testing and regression testing of software phase releases.
• Assist and support all engineering efforts company-wide as required.
• Assist in developing test plans and procedures to validate system requirements.
• Troubleshoot problems reported for all Panasonic Avionics IFE products.
• Focal point for software development, integration, and problem investigation for all assigned equipment and systems.
• Assist in troubleshooting and analyzing root cause of any system anomalies/discrepancies in hardware and/or software.
• Execute test plans, scenarios, scripts or procedures.
• Test system modifications to prepare for implementation.
• Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, or usability.
• Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.
• Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.
• Monitor bug resolution efforts and track successes.
• Create or maintain databases of known test defects.
• Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• A technical background in development and test.
• Familiar with Unix and Linux OS.
• Basic understanding of systems administrator capabilities and command language for Linux is preferred.
• Ability to plan engineering activities to perform tasks.
• Learn to use professional concepts and apply company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.
• Generally applies existing practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data.
• Possess solid writing and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, in person and on the phone.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Sciences, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 0-3 years experience in software/system engineering development and/or software/hardware testing.
• IFE and/or Avionics industry experience is preferred.
• Associate's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering, or related field required.
• 0-2 years experience required.
• Experience testing software.
• Experience writing test documentation such as Test Plans, scripts, and test results reports.
• Ability to analyze/interpret test results and provide recommendations to improve testing.

Other Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Majority of time spent at test rack (75%) which includes standing, lifting, bending, twisting, and stooping.

Additional Details

• Integration testing of LRU and system functionality.
• Maintain and integrate test rack configurations for system installations.
• Participate in software release testing and regression testing.
• Act as a focal point for integration and problem investigation of assigned systems.
• Assist in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of hardware and software issues.
• Document all testing activities, including test planning, test documentation, test execution, defect tracking, and reporting, including follow-up and issue resolution.

Communication

• Assist and support engineering efforts company-wide as required.

Additional Summary

The main function of a MTS Test Engineer is to develop, implement, and document all testing activities, including test planning, test documentation, test execution, defect tracking and reporting, including follow-up and issue resolution.

Additional Information

• At FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories.
• Doing the right thing is our mantra. We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve, and have a little fun along the way.
• We have been doing this with pride, dedication, and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years!
• FastTek Global is a financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused, operating in nearly half of the states in the U.S., Europe, and India.
• We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative, and honest. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies.
• Benefits Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:
• Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
• Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
• Long Term Disability (100% paid)
• Life Insurance (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match
• Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.
• FastTek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023!
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