Quality Engineer
Salary: up to $181,300
Overview: We are seeking a Software Quality Engineer to join a team working on advanced weapons programs such as AARGM/ER. The ideal candidate will be part of a highly skilled Software Quality Engineering team engaged with cutting-edge technology and responsible for ensuring the successful execution of multiple programs. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong planning abilities, and a customer-focused mindset.
Responsibilities:
- Represent Software Quality Assurance in all software, firmware, and Programmable Logic Device (PLD) development activities.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, customers, suppliers, and subcontractor representatives to meet program requirements.
- Participate in design, defect, and code reviews for software, firmware, and PLD projects.
- Review and verify software, firmware, and PLD designs, specifications, and plans for contractual and process compliance.
- Witness and participate in testing activities, including preparation, monitoring, and final test report sign-off.
- Monitor and report on quality discrepancies related to software, firmware, and PLD products.
- Review and approve contract deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
- Conduct internal audits to ensure alignment with company, program, and industry standards.
- Investigate problems, recommend corrective actions, and manage modifications as necessary.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related STEM field.
- 9+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance.
- Additional experience in areas such as quality, auditing, manufacturing, engineering, or software.
- Advanced understanding of CMMI and ISO9001/AS9100 standards.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to obtain a Secret DoD Security Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with various software, firmware, and PLD development lifecycles.
- Ability to translate high-level product requirements into detailed software/firmware specifications.
- Expertise in validating/testing software/firmware for contract compliance.
- Experience working with suppliers to define requirements and test cases.
- Familiarity with testing software/firmware for embedded systems.
- Knowledge of programming languages (e.g., JAVA, C++, C#, Ada, or VHDL).
- Familiarity with scripting languages and CM tools (e.g., JIRA, Python, MATLAB).
- Experience with firmware debugging, result analysis, and regression testing.
- Knowledge of version and configuration control, particularly for supplier-furnished programming files.
- Active Secret DoD Security Clearance.
This role offers an opportunity to work on innovative projects within a dynamic team, contributing to the delivery of highly impactful defense systems.