Software Quality Engineer Stf - E4

Standard Job Description

Develops, modifies and applies quality principles to the development and use of software and software-based systems for make and/or buy software products. Performs verification and validation of test equipment including hardware in the loop systems. Develops overall operating criteria to ensure implementation of the software quality program according to project, process and contract requirements and objectives. Designs and implements software development and maintenance processes. Defines audit strategy to ensure compliance to systems/software processes. Designs, specifies and conducts test methods for software inspection, verification and validation. Evaluates and analyzes software quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Ensures measures meet acceptable reliability standards. Performs software product reviews against contractual, technical and/or process requirements. Reviews include requirement specifications, design documents, source code, test plans and procedures, materials, tools, techniques, and methodologies. Performs or directs verification of software requirement allocations, traceability, and testability.

Basic Qualifications

• Flexibility to work extended hours, including weekends and after-hours on-call support, to meet program deadlines

  Demonstrated ability to travel as required across Lockheed Martin, supplier, and test facilities

  Bachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering

  Must obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance

  Proven experience in requirements analysis, design reviews, product integration, and V&V (including certification) of hardware‑software test systems

  Hands-on experience with test equipment and system hardware, including reading schematics, performing inspections, and conducting calibration reviews

  Comprehensive understanding of systems, software, and test equipment processes and development methodologies

  Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and troubleshooting C/C++ test code to verify software implementations meet system requirements

  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) for test documentation and reporting

Desired Skills

• Certified Software Quality Engineer (ASQ CSQE)
• Knowledge of industry‑recognized quality models (CMMI, ISO, AS, FAA regulations)
• Green‑ or Black‑Belt certification in Lean/Six Sigma
• Experience collaborating with software suppliers and Government/DoD customers