Sr Software Quality Assurance Engineer I with Security Clearance

Epsilon C5I Inc. , focused on software development and systems engineering for complex command, control, intelligence and combat systems, is seeking a Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer I, with at least 6 years' experience in Software Quality Assurance for DoD Programs, for work in San Diego, CA. Summary: The Senior Software QA Engineer I will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software products through driving adherence to documented policy and quality assurance practices. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Software Developers, Product Managers, and Systems Engineers, to audit all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle, guaranteeing they are effectively executed and documented. Duties and Responsibilities Maintain detailed knowledge of program requirements and prepare responsive quality plans, procedures, schedules and resource allocations to assure optimum quality support
Review engineering/test documentation and provide input to assure that appropriate quality requirements are addressed
Ensure adherence to formalized quality system processes, procedures and work instructions
Participate in and lead efforts to gather, organize, monitor, analyze and report on test processes and procedures
Provide ongoing quality system support to include performing internal audits, ensuring implementation of root cause corrective actions
Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, provide feedback, and ensure that testing is aligned with project goals.
Report on test execution status, key quality metrics, and defect metrics to ensure transparency and progress tracking. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, Quality Assurance or related field, or equivalent work experience in a Quality Assurance Capacity.
Six or more (6+) years' experience in a Quality Assurance or Process Improvement.
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret security clearance With SCI Access.
Knowledge of requirements tools such as MySQL or DOORS.
Ability to conduct unbiased assessments of specific processes, products, and procedures
Ability to recognize critical areas for improvement and suggest alternative enhancements
Experience with objectively evaluating Quality Assurance policies and procedures
Experience with best practices, metrics, reports, lessons learned, and process improvements
Experience with monitoring and resolving non-compliant issues and process changes through delegation and tracking Preferred Qualifications: Experience working within SDLC QA - supporting full life cycle Application Development Teams.
Experience supporting Navy/SSEE systems.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C for automation scripting.
Experience with Atlassian Confluence and Jira applications
Knowledge of Quality Assurance activities and best practices
Possession of excellent creativity, problem-solving, analytical, and logical reporting skills
Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
Quality Assurance Auditor (CQA) Certification . Pay Range: The pay range for this role is $135,000 To $165,000 Annually. This is a reasonable estimate for this role. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. ADA Notations: Regular communication (hearing/speaking).
Noise conditions range from very quiet to very noisy.
Prolonged use of computer (typing/keyboarding).
Frequently required to sit for long periods of time, stand, walk, and may occasionally lift and move at least 25 pounds.
Ability to travel by car, air, or other means of transportation, if required. Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. and its subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veterans.