Software Quality Engineer

Job Title: Software Quality Engineer

Job Location: Fort Worth TX 76101

Onsite Requirements:

• Expertise in Aerospace/Defense Software Standards & Compliance


• Software Development & Verification Experience


• Audit & Process Evaluation Skills

Job Description:

• This role monitors every phase of the software development process to ensure design quality, confirming that aircraft-delivered software meets company standards and complies with all applicable regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with systems and software development teams, test and evaluation personnel, and project managers.


• Ensure effective communication and teamwork with excellent customer-facing and interpersonal skills.


• Rapidly develop an understanding of the software process audit scope, technical requirements, program risks, and delivery milestones.


• Review and approve systems, software, and test equipment requirements, as well as design and test documentation for compliance with process requirements and standards.


• Engage with engineering counterparts to ensure processes and products meet contractual, company, and regulatory requirements.


• Participate in software change control boards.


• Conduct audits of software suppliers, requiring moderate travel.


• Mentor and train junior employees as needed.

Education:

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline (Electrical Engineering preferred).

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 11 years of directly related experience in aerospace/defense industry software processes (e.g., RTCA DO-178, RTCA DO-254, SAE ARP-4754, MIL-STD-498).


• Experience with government customer and FAA projects preferred.


• Basic understanding of audit techniques and familiarity with software development and testing methodologies.


• Ability to interpret schematic drawings, specifications, and contracts to support process review and development.


• Experience in software requirements development, design, and coding (C/C++, Ada, or other embedded languages).


• Background or knowledge in embedded software/hardware verification.


• Strong technical communication skills (written, oral, listening, presentation, technical writing).


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Attributes:

• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Detail-oriented approach to compliance and quality assurance.
  
  

• **3rd party and subcontract staffing agencies are not eligible for partnership on this position. 3rd party subcontractors need not apply.


• This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future**