Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies · 1 day ago
Software Test Engineer
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies is seeking a Software Test Engineer to provide support for their government customer in Orlando, Florida. The role involves planning, coordinating, and executing software tests, documenting defects, and participating in various meetings to ensure software quality and compliance.
CharityCommunitiesGovernment
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, develop, and execute software tests to identify software problems and their causes
Test software products to prepare for government acceptance
Document software and application defects using a bug tracking system and report defects to software or web developers. Write test reports and review test articles & deliverables
Create and maintain databases of known defects
Participate in working group meetings and integrated product team (IPT) meetings to provide status on test activities, coordinate test participation and schedules across teams, discuss and resolve test-related issues
Develop engineering Specifications and other documents required by NAWCTSD Orlando’s policies and procedures on Technical Procurement Package Preparation and Processing
Clarify software design ambiguities, highlighting areas of software design deficiency, and provide support in resolving conflicts in the proposed engineering technical approach
Document the configuration, design, and performance characteristics of the proposed training system software
Review contractor's data deliverable (CDRL items) and internal software life cycle work products (e.g. System Engineering Plan, Software Development Plan, System and Software Requirements Specs, System and Software Design Descriptions, Software Test Plans/Procedures, and other Technical Reports)
Become familiar with the training system contractor's software life-cycle activities and work products, in order to effectively monitor and assess the software development effort. Assist in resolving related programmatic issues
Participate in appropriate IPT meetings, working groups, design/progress reviews, audits (e.g. Post Award Conferences, Requirements Review, Design Reviews, and Test Readiness Review)
Monitor and evaluate software metrics data for trends, deviations, and compliance
Monitor the software preliminary and detailed design process and related work products generated during the training system life cycle
Monitor the software code and unit test process and work products generated during the training system life cycle. Review the training system contractor's proposed test criteria and subsequently perform examinations and audit test results
Monitor the hardware and software integration process and work products generated during the training system life cycle
Monitor and participate in the Software Physical Configuration Audit
Monitor and participate in the training system acceptance testing process. Perform and document software cold starts and other software related system testing
Monitor the software configuration management and quality assurance processes applied and work products generated during training system life cycle
Identify problems being encountered in hardware and software development and provide recommendations for resolving these problems
Analyze potential software requirements for modifications on training systems in the operational phase of the training system life cycle. This analysis shall involve extensive research and coordination, including direct contact with fleet activities, government laboratories, and device/system users
Support for Integrated Test Teams (ITTs) for technical determination of system performance and operational suitability for fleet implementation
Develop, monitor, and report on the T&E project, schedule, and technical performance. Report T&E program metrics and management issues to the Program Office
Provide test support for the Lead Test Engineer for systems testing in support of Program Office IPTs. Form and lead teams for technical determination of system performance and operational suitability for fleet implementation
Support Integrated Test Teams (ITTs) for technical determination of system performance and operational suitability for fleet implementation
Identify and support the appropriate types and depth of testing required for the planning phase of comprehensive weapon systems projects. Include cost estimates, scheduling, test plans, and reports as required
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Qualification
Required
B.S. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, visual engineering, aeronautical engineering, aerospace engineering, or mechanical engineering
Approximately three (3) or more years of experience with hardware and software design and integration
Must be a U.S. Citizen
An active Secret clearance is required
Benefits
401K plan with company match
Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
11 paid holidays
Company
Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies
Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies is comprised of industry recognized government service firms.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
James Carroll
Chief Science Officer
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