Software Quality Engineer 4 with Security Clearance

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Software Quality Engineer 4, in Colorado Springs, CO. Job ID#219058 Pay Rate: $80 - $85/hr Job Description: As a member of this BDS Software Quality team, you have the autonomy and responsibility to work with programs to assure the required processes are used for developing, controlling, and verifying software products, whether developed by the client or provided by suppliers. The successful candidate for this position will have a broad background in software development practices, tools and processes combined with a passion for advocating First Time Quality strategies. Experience and knowledge of quality standards (e.g. AS9100 / AS9115) is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will be a team player, self-motivated, and able to quickly learn the responsibilities of the position. Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills, are crucial for success. Candidates should possess resilience and the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback. The ideal team member will also demonstrate the capacity to assertively communicate their boundaries while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. Position Responsibilities: Defines and maintains program-level software quality engineering processes, resources, and infrastructure. Actively participates in program activities, from initial proposal and planning to verification/certification and delivery. Performs process and product audits to verify software lifecycle activities and products comply with approved software processes, plans, and standards. Supports program milestone and formal review meetings, occasionally preparing and presenting information. Participates in configuration management activities. Plans software quality test activities and completion of test readiness activities. Ensures integrity of the test process and verifies test results. Works with regulatory agencies and other functions to develop criteria and procedures for software delivery activities. Performs final reconciliation of software data products. Identifies process or product non-compliances; supports root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions and other defect investigation/prevention activities. Teams with equipment managers of supplier products to monitor and evaluate supplier software development performance. Acts as an independent set of eyes and ears for Program Managers and the customer, highlighting potential best practices on the team, as well as areas for improvement. Supports the identification and analysis of program/project software quality metrics to improve software quality and manage risk. Required Skills: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry 3+ years experience working in a project where various software development methodologies are being utilized 3+ years experience in a Software Quality role 3+ years experience working independently to develop, modify and document actions to assure problem resolution and/or to implement corrective action and/or preventive action Active U.S. Security Clearance Preferred Skills: Experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS) auditing Software Quality Engineering experience supporting software with AS9115, DO-178, and/or MIL-STD-882E requirements Experience with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) is highly preferred Experience with configuration management and collaboration tools such as (or similar to) Git, Jira, Collaborator, Bitbucket and Beyond Compare Software development experience in a collaborative team environment using agile principles and a structured development process including code reviews and automated DevOps processes/tools Education / Experience: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry 3+ years' experience working in a project where various software development methodologies are being utilized Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: * The California Fair Chance Act
* Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
* Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
* San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance