Avionics Test Bench System Engineer

Averna

Averna

Shanghai, China

Posted on May 15, 2026

Company Description

About Averna

A worldwide Test & Quality leader, Averna delivers innovative solutions for clients – including many Global 1000s – in numerous manufacturing industries. What started as a three-person operation in 1999 is now a multinational organization spanning 11 countries in Asia, Europe and the Americas, with over 1,200 employees and countless successes and awards.

Averna’s entrepreneurial culture fosters innovation, collaboration, and a results-driven mindset, empowering our teams to push boundaries and achieve market leadership.

Averna China draws on global engineering expertise and an extensive client network to deliver integrated solutions across multiple industries. Our goal is to drive innovation and secure a strong position in China’s Test & Quality market, while ensuring seamless support and business continuity through our dedicated teams and product portfolio.

  • As of January 2026, Averna and Spherea joined forces to form the Spherea-Averna group.

Job Description

  • Responsible for the development, integration, and validation of aircraft avionics test benches (SIVB), as well as application development
  • Configure, develop, and debug test bench systems based on customer requirements
  • Participate in the system architecture design, functional definition, and technical solution development for avionics test systems
  • Develop and maintain test software tools (primarily Python-based), including test case design and implementation
  • Support avionics interface testing, including data bus communication and signal verification
  • Participate in on-site testing, installation, and technical support to ensure successful system delivery
  • Collaborate with internal teams (software, hardware, project) and communicate with customers on technical matters

Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements

  • Solid understanding of avionics test bench systems, including their architecture, functions, and components
  • Familiarity with common avionics communication buses, including but not limited to:
    • ARINC 429
    • ARINC 664 (AFDX)
    • ARINC 825 (CAN Aerospace)
    • CAN
    • RS232 / RS422
  • Proficiency in Python programming, with hands-on development experience
  • Good knowledge of aircraft avionics systems or other aircraft systems

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Experience with C/C++ system programming in a Linux environment
  • Basic knowledge of hardware systems, such as:
    • Analog and discrete signals
    • FPGA fundamentals
    • Sensor signals
    • Signal switching systems
  • Good English communication skills (reading, writing, and basic speaking)

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in aerospace, or related field.
  • 3+ years of relevant industry or research experience.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Additional Information

What's in it for YOU

  • A dynamic sales role with direct exposure to world-class technology organizations
  • A highly visible, cross-functional position that highlights your expertise across all Averna departments and global markets
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Opportunities to travel
  • Be part of a company that puts ESG at the heart of its mission, for people, planet, and performance

Averna is committed to employment equity and to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.