Noblis · 2 weeks ago
Quality Assurance Specialist - Multiple Levels
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $240K/yr
2+ years expNoblis is a company that tackles the nation's toughest problems and applies advanced solutions to critical missions. They are seeking Quality Assurance Specialists to develop and implement quality control methodologies for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), focusing on software and hardware evaluation throughout the development lifecycle.
Information TechnologyNational SecurityNon Profit
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and implement quality control methodologies to ensure compliance with quality assurance standards, guidelines, and procedures in a complex, computer-based environment
Define quality characteristics, including metrics, scoring parameters, and resource needs for effective quality control
Establish and maintain processes for evaluating hardware, software, and associated documentation, participating in reviews at key stages of the development life cycle
Assist in the development and enhancement of software quality assurance processes, including creating and refining testing methodologies
Devise appropriate tests for evaluating, debugging, and verifying the accuracy and reliability of systems and equipment against specifications
Execute quality assurance and test procedures, investigating problems, and developing effective solutions to maintain high standards
Support continuous improvement initiatives for monitoring, measuring, and evaluating Technical Performance Measurements (TPMs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Perform QA activities to validate testing events and ensure that final outputs align with requirements and production reliability
Report malfunctions, bugs, and errors to management for prompt resolution
Create, review, and maintain Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs) and Software Quality Assurance Plans (SQAPs) in coordination with program and technical stakeholders
Manage quality reports and documentation using Digital Engineering tools like Confluence and JIRA
Apply ISO-9001 quality principles and best practices to assess and resolve process and procedural issues, ensuring client satisfaction
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in quality assurance, preferably within software and systems engineering environments
Strong understanding of quality control principles, including ISO-9001 standards
Experience with testing methodologies and tools, and familiarity with Agile Management environments such as Confluence and JIRA
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and manage quality documentation
Experience in software and hardware evaluation in a regulated environment
U.S. Citizen or Green Card Permanent Resident who has resided in the U.S. for 3+ years
Travel will vary per project. Must be able to travel as required by the project
Successfully pass an FAA background investigation/verification and receive a successful final suitability determination
Minimum of 15 years with Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Information Systems or related field is required for Senior-level
Minimum of 10 years with Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Information Systems or related field is required for Mid-level
Minimum of 2 years with Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Information Systems or related field is required for Junior-level
Preferred
Demonstrated Verification and Validation (V&V) experience in an aviation or aerospace environment
Knowledge of FAA standards, methods, and procedures including Systems Engineering (SE) and Test and Evaluation (T&E)
Ability to drive continuous improvements in quality processes
Providing current support to FAA ATEPS II (air traffic engineering program support)
FAA Experience within the past 12 months
Current FAA suitability
Benefits
Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Company
Noblis
Noblis is a nonprofit science, tech strategy organization that works in the public interest to help clients solve most complex problems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mile Corrigan
President and CEO
William Streilein
Chief Technology Officer
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