Lockheed Martin is an international security company headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. This company conducts research and designs, develops, and manufactures
Systems and Software Quality Assurance Engineer Staff
Location
Connecticut
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66 days ago
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0
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Senior
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Systems and Software Quality Assurance Engineer Staff
Lockheed Martin
Title: Systems and Software Quality Assurance Engineer Staff Location: Stratford United States Job Description: Description:WHO WE ARE We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you. WHAT WE'RE DOING At Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals. Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence ensure that we continue to deliver superior products and solutions to our customers around the world. THE WORK Develops, modifies and applies quality principles to the development and use of systems and software and software-based systems for make and/or buy software products. Performs verification and validation of test including hardware in the loop systems, formal qualification tests, and automated testing environments. Develops overall operating criteria to ensure implementation of the systems and software quality assurance plan according to project, process and contract requirements and objectives. Defines audit strategy to ensure compliance to systems/software processes. Audits, reviews, and witnesses test methods for software inspection, verification and validation. Evaluates and analyzes software quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Performs software product reviews against contractual, technical and/or process requirements. Reviews include requirement specifications, design documents, source code, test plans and procedures, materials, tools, techniques, and methodologies. Performs or directs verification of software requirement allocations, traceability, and testability. WHO YOU ARE You are a dynamic and results-oriented professional with a passion for driving operational excellence and optimizing production processes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are adept at managing complex projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Your strong analytical skills, coupled with your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments, make you an invaluable asset to our team. WHY JOIN US We believe that flexibility is the future of work. We are proud to offer the flexible 4X10 work schedule that support our employees' diverse personal needs. Basic Qualifications: - 15+ years of related experience in systems and software quality assurance, or a related development organization dealing with systems and software development - A bachelors degree in engineering, computer science or in a STEM related discipline, or a combination of experience and education will be considered. - Familiarity with agile systems and software development methodologies - Participation in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) throughout the software lifecycle - Exceptional written and oral communication skills Desired Skills: - Background in Configuration/Change Management - Background as a CAM managing project performance in an earned value management system, and experience developing BOE's (basis of estimate) - Experience developing effective software‑quality metrics that reflect project health (defect density, test coverage, etc.) - Experience managing software supplier relationships - Experience serving as the primary liaison for a customer effort for a related discipline of engineering, development, programs or quality assurance - Ability to conduct root‑cause and corrective‑action analysis investigations (RCCA, 8D, Fishbone) - Experience working as a quality representative or member of a development organization with a background in CMMI, AS9100, DO-178 B/C, and DO-254 - Proficiency with the 3DX environment (Siemens Teamcenter/NX) - Experience using Project Management Console, Jira, GIT, and other systems and software development environment tools Clearance Level: None Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: RMS Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: Systems Engineering: Software Type: Full-Time Shift: First
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