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Oliver Wyman, Vector - Aerospace Systems Test Engineer - Seattle, WA

Marsh McLennan Atlanta, Georgia, United States

onsitefull-time

Salary: $115,000 - $160,000 / year

Posted Feb 12, 2026

Role & seniority: Lead Systems Test Engineer (senior/lead level) at Oliver Wyman Vector – Aerospace Systems, Seattle, WA

Stack/tools: airplane software/hardware systems; RTCA DO-178C compliance; test engineering and system testing; DOORS or equivalent requirements tool; certification/process documentation

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Plan, develop, execute complex test cases and perform system-level testing of airplane networks and software

  • Ensure functionality, compliance, and safety of systems; troubleshoot issues; collaborate with cross-functional teams

  • Develop/enhance testing strategies, methodologies, and documentation for DO-178C compliant tests

Must-have skills

  • Systems software validation and verification, development assurance, safety analysis, and systems integration

  • Experience in test case development with software development and system engineering teams

  • Proficiency in testing methodologies, test execution, analytical/problem-solving abilities

  • Strong communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams; experience with DO-178C programs and DOORS or similar tools

Nice-to-haves

  • Passion for aviation; familiarity with airplane systems, networks, and protocols

  • Knowledge of network architecture, routing, and lab/test procedures

  • Development assurance, certification, and safety analysis experience; ABET-accredited engineering/CS/Math/Physics degree

  • Onsite work experience preference; customer-focused problem solvi

Full Description

Company: Oliver Wyman Description: Oliver Wyman, Vector - Aerospace Systems Test Engineer - Seattle, WA Oliver Wyman Vector is looking for a Lead Systems Test Engineer that will focus on developing and executing test cases, performing system-level testing, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams. Responsibilities include ensuring the functionality and compliance of airplane systems and software, troubleshooting and addressing issues, and contributing to the enhancement of testing strategies and methodologies. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience) Systems software validation and verification, development assurance, safety analysis, and systems integration Experience in developing test cases working with software development and system engineering teams Demonstrated proficiency in Test Engineering and System Testing Experience leading test programs compliant with airplane software certification using RTCA DO-178C Strong skills in Testing methodologies and test execution Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams Plan, execute, and troubleshoot complex software systems integration to validate interface definition and system requirements of airplane network systems Compare actual results to baseline plan to assess project performance, efficiencies, productivity, and lessons learned Experience with DOORS or similar requirements development and management tool Experience authoring certification or process documentation for a DO-178C compliant test program. Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience) Passion for aviation and familiarity with airplane systems is a plus Experience with airplane networks and communication Basic knowledge of network protocols, routing table definitions, and network architecture definitions Experience with test procedures, lab testing and troubleshooting Excellent verbal and written communications Experience with Development Assurance, Certification and Safety Analysis Customer focus and ability to jump to the hottest “fire” and contribute to problem solutions Bachelor's degree and 7+ years and/or advanced degree with 5+ years related work experience. An accredited degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. Preference for accreditation to come from ABET. This role requires employee to be onsite 3-5 days a week About Oliver Wyman Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. With offices in more than 70 cities across 30 countries, Oliver Wyman combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organization transformation. The firm has more than 6,000 professionals around the world who work with clients to optimize their business, improve their operations and risk profile, and accelerate their organizational performance to seize the most attractive opportunities. Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh McLennan [NYSE: MMC]. For more information, visit www.oliverwyman.com. Follow Oliver Wyman on Twitter @OliverWyman. Marsh McLennan and its Affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers. The applicable base salary range for this role is $115,000 to $160,000. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs. Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit oliverwyman.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X. Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.

Systems Software ValidationVerificationDevelopment AssuranceSafety AnalysisSystems IntegrationTest Case DevelopmentSystem TestingTest EngineeringRTCA DO-178CTesting MethodologiesTroubleshootingProblem-SolvingDOORSRequirements DevelopmentCertification DocumentationAviation Systemsmulti-location

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