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Sapsol Technologies Inc

LabVIEW Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

Required Skills: Hardware in the loop (HIL) testing Expertise with National Instruments hardware / LabVIEW * Ensure regulatory compliance with customer safety and security standards D0-178 ...

Skild AI

Senior DevOps Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$148K - $190K/yr

Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated software and hardware-in-the-loop (SIL/HIL) testing using Jenkins or equivalent. * Develop cross-compilation toolchains and system library packages ...

Socket.dev

Firmware Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$120 - $190/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

You will make real decisions about bare-metal versus RTOS tradeoffs, sensor and peripheral integration, deployment strategies for fielded aircraft, and the HIL testing infrastructure that validates ...

Allen Control Systems

Firmware Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$120K - $230K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

You will make real decisions about bare-metal versus RTOS tradeoffs, sensor and peripheral integration, deployment strategies for fielded aircraft, and the HIL testing infrastructure that validates ...

Allen Control Systems

Firmware Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$140 - $190/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

You will make real decisions about bare-metal versus RTOS tradeoffs, sensor and peripheral integration, deployment strategies for fielded aircraft, and the HIL testing infrastructure that validates ...

Allen Control Systems

Firmware Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$120K - $230K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

You will make real decisions about bare-metal versus RTOS tradeoffs, sensor and peripheral integration, deployment strategies for fielded aircraft, and the HIL testing infrastructure that validates ...

Neon Aerospace

Senior Embedded Platform Engineer

Irvine, CA

$133K - $174K/yr

Develop test hooks, debug interfaces, logging mechanisms, automation support, and data collection tools for lab validation, HIL testing, and system debugging. * Support SIL/HIL environments where ...

K2 Space

Software Development Engineer in Test

Los Angeles, CA

$123K - $175K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

In your first year, you will own end-to-end test coverage across multiple spacecraft subsystems and lead HIL testing campaigns alongside flight software engineers, proving the software is ready to go ...

Inversion

HIL Technician II

Los Angeles, CA

$32 - $47/hr

These systems open the door to new ways of testing, delivering, and operating at hypersonic speeds ... About the Role As a HIL Technician at Inversion, you will work as part of the simulation team to ...

Rivian

Staff Software Engineer, HIL, Autonomy

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$206K - $258K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is an opportunity for a technical leader passionate about automotive testing to define the ... HIL Platform Expertise: Expert management, optimization, and upgrading of complex, performance ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for hil testing in California is $25.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.90 and $28.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is HIL testing?

A HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) Testing job involves validating and verifying embedded systems by simulating real-world scenarios using hardware and software models. Engineers in this role develop test cases, automate testing procedures, and analyze system behavior to ensure reliability and performance. HIL testing is commonly used in industries like automotive, aerospace, and industrial automation to test control systems before deployment.

What does a HIL testing engineer do?

A typical day in HIL Testing involves designing and setting up test benches, running simulations of real-world scenarios on hardware prototypes, analyzing results, and documenting any issues or anomalies found. You'll work closely with hardware designers, embedded software engineers, and project managers to develop test cases and troubleshoot control systems. The role often requires managing multiple test cycles, adapting to evolving specifications, and participating in team meetings to review progress. This hands-on environment combines a mix of technical work, problem-solving, and collaborative communication to ensure the proper functioning and safety of complex electronic systems before they are deployed in the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for HIL testing?

To thrive in HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) Testing, a strong background in electrical engineering, embedded systems, and test automation is essential, often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Experience with tools such as dSPACE, NI LabVIEW, MATLAB/Simulink, and knowledge of real-time simulation platforms are highly valued, and certifications in software or hardware testing can be advantageous. Critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication are important soft skills for diagnosing issues and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams. These competencies ensure accurate validation of complex control systems and help deliver reliable, high-quality products in industries like automotive and aerospace.

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LabVIEW Engineer

Sapsol Technologies Inc

Irvine, CA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Job Overview:
We are looking for an experienced LabVIEW NI Engineer to join our engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Participate in the complete Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including requirements analysis, architecture/design, implementation, integration, and testing.
  • Develop and maintain embedded applications using C/C++.
  • Work closely with hardware teams on board bring-up, OS bring-up, and device driver development.
  • Develop and integrate hardware interface solutions for embedded platforms.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with customer safety and security standards.
  • Debug, test, and optimize embedded software for performance and reliability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, and verification engineers.

Required Skills:

                 Hardware in the loop (HIL) testing

                 Expertise with National Instruments hardware / LabVIEW

  • Ensure regulatory compliance with customer safety and security standards D0-178.
  • experience in Embedded C/C++ development.
  • Hands-on experience with board bring-up, OS bring-up, and device driver development.
    • Experience with hardware interfaces such as:UART,USB,Ethernet,I2C,SPI,RS232 / RS422
  • Knowledge of communication protocols including:
    • CAN,TCP/IP,UDP

Additional qualifications that are highly desirable:

  • MIL-STD-882E and JSSSEH

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