Jr QA Engineer (Manual + Linux)

Job Summary

Assist in the development, testing, release, and integration efforts of software and hardware associated activities.

Major Responsibilities

• Hardware and software integration of new and/or existing systems, functions and LRUs designed by the Development Engineering and the Software Development groups.
• Integration test of LRU and system functionality.
• Ensure all testing is properly documented and submitted.
• Responsible for the integration and maintenance of a test rack configuration with regards to the systems installation. Software and system testing of all In-flight Entertainment (IFE) functionality for existing systems.
• Participate in the design and development of all IFE system functionality.
• Participate in all efforts in the testing and regression testing of software phase releases.
• Assist and support all engineering efforts company-wide as required.
• Assist in developing test plans and procedures to validate system requirements. Troubleshoot problems reported for all Panasonic Avionics IFE products.
• Focal point for software development, integration and problem investigation for all assigned equipment and systems.
• Assist in troubleshooting and analysing root cause of any system anomalies/discrepancies in hardware and/or software.

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Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• A technical background in development and test.
• Familiar with Unix and Linux OS. Basic understanding of systems administrator capabilities and command language for Linux is preferred.
• Ability to plan engineering activities to perform tasks.
• Learn to use professional concepts and applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.
• Generally applies existing practices and procedures in analysing situations or data.
• Possess solid writing and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, in person and on the phone.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

 Education/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Sciences, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 0-3 years’ experience in software/system engineering development and/or software/hardware testing.
• IFE and/or Avionics industry experience is preferred.

Other Requirements

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Majority of time spent at test rack (75%) which includes standing, lifting, bending, twisting and stooping.