Systems Test Engineer
Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security
At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.
Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor - a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.
System Test / QA Validation Engineer - Indianapolis, IN
Allegion is seeking a dedicated and experienced System Test / QA Validation Engineer to join our team. As a System Test Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the creation, implementation, and execution of the System Test Plan for both new product development projects and the maintenance of existing products. You will work closely with our Engineering Design Team to validate Systems, Firmware, and Software Design and Implementation Changes on various safety and security products, including Electro-mechanical Locking Devices, Communication Gateways, Access Control systems, and Mobile Applications.
Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.
What you’ll do:
- Lead the creation, implementation, and execution of the System Test Plan for new product development projects and the maintenance of existing products.
- Collaborate closely with the Engineering Design Team to validate Systems, Firmware, and Software Design and Implementation Changes.
- Ensure that products meet defined System and Firmware Requirements by working closely with Systems and Firmware Engineers.
- Develop and utilize automation tools and techniques to create and execute comprehensive test cases for full product validation.
- Independently implement test cases, automation scripts, new test methodologies, tools, and fixturing as required.
- Collaborate with other System Test Engineers in the US and India to execute System Test Cycles for assigned products.
- Focus on product development and sustaining test activities within an IoT environment, including Electro-mechanical Locking Devices, Gateway/Bridge Communication, Access Control, Mobile Applications, and Cloud components.
- Demonstrate expertise in IoT test development for wireless communication between connected devices within a networked space.
- Stand out with your ability to create custom internal software tools to automate software testing interfaces.
What you need to succeed:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 0 to 5+ years of experience in New Product Development focused on Systems, Firmware, and Software Testing.
- Strong interest in working in a hands-on lab environment with products and test equipment.
- Passion for creating and executing test plans on Security Products and Software.
- Desire to create and execute System Test Plans.
- Desire to develop automated testing methods for product validation of Systems and Firmware.
- Ability to work within Engineering Teams throughout the product design process, from concept to production.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a keen interest in resolution.
- Adaptability to work in a dynamic environment where product scope and requirements may change during any phase of a project.
- Must be a creative thinker with high initiative and achievement goals.
- Willingness to collaborate with international Engineering Teams, particularly in India.
- Preferred
- Familiarity with National Instrument TestStand and LabVIEW Software.
- Experience with Python scripting.
- Experience in automated test development.
Why Work for Us?
Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:
You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.
You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.
You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!
What You’ll Get from Us:
Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”.
A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting
period
Tuition Reimbursement
Unlimited PTO
Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”
Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths testing and coaching
Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.
We Celebrate Who We Are!
Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.
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