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Onsite - Huntsville TCS is searching for a Systems Test Engineer to join our strong team of Engineers supporting our Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) customer in Huntsville, AL. The GMD program ...

Onsite - Huntsville TCS is searching for a Systems Test Engineer to join our strong team of Engineers supporting our Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) customer in Huntsville, AL. The GMD program ...

Work with systems engineers, systems test engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers and external vendor teams to strategize on, create, standardize and optimize automated testing ...

Position contingent upon contract award As the Systems Test Engineer , you will validate system functionality through the definition of testing methodologies, execution of performance evaluations ...

S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of work experience in relevant industry. * Experience running system level tests in a ...

Systems Test Engineer

Eden Prairie, MN ยท On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Systems Test Engineer Department: Development Reports to: Director of Systems and Performance Work Location: In Person - Eden Prairie, MN Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000 About Elucent Medical: Elucent ...

S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. * 5+ years of work experience in relevant industry. * Experience running system level tests in a ...

POSITION SPECIFICS We are searching for an experienced Systems Test Engineer to join our Systems Integration and Hardware-In-the-Loop (SIHIL) Department of The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at ...

Collaborates with the systems engineering, test team responsible engineers, and program leadership to define and implement vehicle integration and test activities * Collaborates with a multi ...

Description WaterFurnace is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to support system-level validation and reliability testing of geothermal heat pump products. This role sits between Design Engineering and ...

Collaborates with the systems engineering, test team responsible engineers, and program leadership to define and implement vehicle integration and test activities * Collaborates with a multi ...

Systems Test Engineer

Duluth, GA ยท On-site

$95K - $149K/yr

What you'll do As a Systems Test Engineer, you will play a hands-on role in the integration, documentation, and testing of Viasat's sophisticated Remote Sensing Antenna Systems and Satellite ...

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How much do systems test engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for systems test engineer in the United States is $63.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.39 and $67.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some of the most common challenges faced by systems test engineers during multi-departmental projects?

Systems Test Engineers often encounter challenges when coordinating testing activities across multiple departments, such as software, hardware, and quality assurance teams. These challenges include ensuring effective communication, aligning testing schedules, and managing dependencies between components. Balancing thorough test coverage while meeting project deadlines can also be demanding. Proactively collaborating with cross-functional teams and adopting clear documentation practices can help mitigate these challenges and ensure smooth project execution.

What is the difference between Systems Test Engineer vs Software Test Engineer?

AspectSystems Test EngineerSoftware Test Engineer
Primary FocusTesting entire systems, including hardware and software integrationTesting software applications and code
Required SkillsKnowledge of hardware, software, and systems integrationStrong programming, scripting, and software testing skills
Work EnvironmentOften in labs or manufacturing settings, involving hardwarePrimarily in office or remote environments, focusing on software
CertificationsISTQB, ISTQB Certified Tester, or similarISTQB, CSTE, or similar

While both roles involve testing, Systems Test Engineers focus on testing complete systems, including hardware and software integration, whereas Software Test Engineers concentrate on software applications and code quality. The roles share certifications and work environments but differ in scope and technical focus.

What is a systems test engineer?

A Systems Test Engineer is a professional responsible for designing, developing, and executing tests to ensure that complex systems and their components function correctly and meet specified requirements. They work closely with other engineering teams to identify issues, troubleshoot problems, and verify that all system integrations operate as intended. Systems Test Engineers often create test plans, develop automated test scripts, and document their findings to help improve product quality and reliability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a systems test engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Systems Test Engineer, you need a solid understanding of test methodologies, system integration, and engineering principles, typically backed by a degree in engineering or computer science. Experience with automated testing tools (such as Selenium or JUnit), scripting languages, and familiarity with requirements management systems are commonly required. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for excelling in this role. These skills ensure rigorous testing, accurate defect identification, and seamless collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, leading to reliable and high-quality system deliveries.
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Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Systems Test EngineerThis role has been designed as ''Onsite' with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world.Our culture thrives onfinding new and better ways to accelerate what's next.We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs.We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you.Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

Job Description Summary
The HPC Integrated Systems Test team validates complex HPE HPC & AI solutions before release, helping ensure that customers receive reliable, high-quality systems. This TCP-03 role is for an experienced systems engineer who can design and execute test strategies across integrated hardware, software, networking, storage, firmware, operating systems, and management interfaces. IST tests rack-scale, accelerator, interconnect, memory, power, thermal, and large-scale systems with supercomputing complexity. The engineer works closely with cross-functional development, program, product, and vendor teams to identify issues early, support root-cause analysis, and drive problems to resolution.

Role Impact

This role supports HPE's work on leading-edge AI hardware and advanced HPC technologies that enable the next generation of AI development and applications. The engineer plays a key role in validating complex integrated systems before release, helping identify product issues that could affect customer uptime, reliability, and overall experience.

By strengthening test coverage, improving release readiness, and working effectively across engineering, program, product, vendor, and global test teams, this role directly contributes to the quality and success of HPE's HPC & AI product portfolio.

About You

  • You are a hands-on systems engineer who enjoys solving complex integration problems across hardware, software, firmware, operating systems, networking, and storage.
  • You are motivated by working on leading-edge AI hardware and HPC technologies that support next-generation AI development and applications.
  • You understand the importance of validating complex integrated systems before release to help protect customer uptime, reliability, and overall experience.
  • You look for opportunities to identify product issues early, strengthen test coverage, improve automation, and increase release readiness.
  • You work effectively across engineering, program, product, vendor, and global test teams to drive issues to resolution.
  • You communicate clearly about technical issues, risks, status, and recommendations with both technical teams and leadership.
  • Must be a US Citizen

Knowledge and Skills

  • Hands-on experience with HPE HPC & AI platforms, including EX, XD, Apollo, Industry Standard Server, storage, and networking products.
  • Strong working knowledge of Linux operating systems, including Red Hat, SLES, Ubuntu, and related certification or validation processes.
  • Understanding of hardware and software interactions in complex server, storage, networking, and integrated systems environments.
  • Experience developing, executing, and improving test strategies for complex product releases.
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills for complex issues in collaboration with engineering, product, and test teams.
  • Familiarity with automated test execution, test tools, and validation frameworks.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving product development environment.
  • Ability to work effectively in a global, culturally diverse engineering team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts, issues, and recommendations.
  • Bash scripting experience required to support system test execution and troubleshooting.
  • Python experience preferred for test support, log analysis, and validation efficiency improvements.
  • Knowledge of Redfish commands, RESTful APIs, and JSON is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Validate complex system configurations across servers, accelerators, storage, networking, firmware, operating systems, and management interfaces used in AI and HPC environments.
  • Translate product requirements and feature changes into validation strategies that improve test coverage, identify integration risks early, and provide clear release-readiness feedback to engineering and program teams.
  • Analyze, debug, and drive resolution of issues discovered during integrated systems testing.
  • Support Linux OS certification and submission activities with vendors such as Red Hat, SUSE, and Ubuntu.
  • Execute testing in local and remote lab environments and coordinate automated test execution across global teams.
  • Partner with product development, program management, product management, technical leads, and third-party vendors to resolve development and release issues.
  • Use test tools, automation support, and process improvements to improve validation efficiency for current and next-generation HPE HPC products.
  • Communicate with management and development partners on system requirements, test plan status, project progress, risks, and issue resolution.
  • Train, guide, and support onshore and offshore test teams in test setup, execution, and result triage.
  • Mentor less-experienced staff members and contribute to overall team capability.

Education and Experience Required

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in either Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent technical field.
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in systems engineering, software engineering, test engineering, platform validation, or related technical roles.

What We Can Offer You:

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have - whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

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TCP_03"The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.
- United States of America: Annual Salary USD 106,000 - 243,000 in Minnesota & Wisconsin
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered."

Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html

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