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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time automation testing in California is $50.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.65 and $57.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Part-Time Automation Testing job involves testing software applications using automated tools and scripts on a flexible or reduced-hour schedule. Professionals in this role design, execute, and maintain automated test scripts to improve software quality while working fewer hours than a full-time equivalent. It's ideal for those looking for work-life balance, freelancing opportunities, or gaining test automation experience while studying or working another job.

What does a part time automation testing do?

As a Part Time Automation Testing professional, you will typically write, update, and execute automated test scripts, analyze test results, and report defects to the development team. Your daily work may include collaborating with developers and manual testers to plan and implement testing strategies, maintaining or enhancing automation frameworks, and participating in meetings to discuss project progress. You may also be responsible for troubleshooting test failures and documenting test procedures. Due to the part-time nature, strong time management skills are essential to ensure thorough coverage of assigned tasks and effective communication with the team. This role is valuable for those seeking a balance between hands-on technical work and flexible scheduling.

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To thrive as a Part Time Automation Testing professional, you need a solid understanding of software testing principles, programming or scripting languages (such as Python, Java, or JavaScript), and experience with automated testing frameworks. Familiarity with tools like Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or similar, and certifications in software testing or quality assurance are highly valued. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills help you work efficiently and collaborate within a team environment. These skills are crucial for ensuring software quality, integrating seamlessly with development teams, and maximizing productivity in a flexible, part-time setting.

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Senior Software Test and Automation Engineer (R4472)

San Diego, CA • On-site

Shield AI
Software Development • 11 - 50 employees
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$110K - $170K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 

Job Description:
Shield AI's Software Test & Automation Team develops the verification, validation, and automation capabilities that enable rapid delivery of Hivemind autonomy across the Expeditionary and Emerging Operations portfolio. Our mission is to provide objective evidence of software quality, reliability, and mission readiness by building scalable automated test frameworks, repeatable validation environments, and data-driven readiness assessments spanning simulation, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and Vehicle-in-the-Loop (VIL) environments. 

As a Senior Software Test & Automation Engineer, you will design and develop automated test infrastructure, execute system-level verification activities, analyze software performance, and build the tooling that enables continuous validation throughout the development lifecycle. Working closely with autonomy software, systems engineering, digital infrastructure, and flight test teams, you will help ensure autonomy capabilities are validated, repeatable, and ready for operational deployment. 

What you'll do:

  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks, validation tooling, and test infrastructure supporting autonomy software.  

  • Develop and execute verification and validation strategies across simulation, SIL, HIL, VIL, and representative system environments.  

  • Build automated regression, integration, functional, and performance test suites that improve software quality and deployment confidence.  

  • Develop Python-based automation, test harnesses, and analysis tools that reduce manual testing effort and improve repeatability.  

  • Analyze test results, identify software defects and integration issues, and support cross-functional root cause investigations.  

  • Develop software quality metrics, dashboards, and readiness assessments that provide objective evidence of software maturity.  

  • Integrate automated testing into CI/CD workflows to enable continuous validation and rapid developer feedback.  

  • Collaborate with autonomy software, systems engineering, flight test, and integration teams to define validation strategies and readiness criteria.  

  • Improve test infrastructure, automation coverage, and validation methodologies across the Expeditionary and Emerging Operations portfolio. 

Required qualifications:

  • BS in Computer Science, Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related field.  

  • 4–7 years developing software test, verification, automation, or validation solutions for robotics, autonomy, aerospace, or other complex distributed systems.  

  • Strong proficiency in Python for automation, testing, and data analysis.  

  • Experience developing automated test frameworks, test harnesses, or validation infrastructure.  

  • Experience with Linux-based development environments.  

  • Experience validating software in simulation, SIL, HIL, and/or representative hardware environments.  

  • Experience debugging complex software and system integration issues.  

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and continuous validation practices.  

  • Strong understanding of software verification, regression testing, and quality assurance methodologies. 

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience with flight control systems such as ArduPilot or PX4. 

  • Experience with unmanned aerial systems (fixed-wing, quadrotor, or both)  

  • Background in autonomy, robotics, or aerospace systems  

  • Familiarity with flight controllers, radios, and communications systems 

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Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
 
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
 
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
 
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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.