Quality Assurance Specialist

Job Title: Senior Quality Assurance Specialist
Clearance Required: US Citizen & Public Trust
Work Location: Remote

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, recommend, and implement automated test tools and strategies.

• Design, implement, and conduct test and evaluation procedures to ensure system requirements are met.

• Develop, maintain, and upgrade automated test scripts and architectures for application products.

• Write, implement, and report status for system test cases for testing.

• Analyze test cases and provide regular progress reports.

• Serve as a subject matter specialist, providing testing know-how for complex software/hardware applications.

• Participate in all phases of risk management assessments and software/hardware development, emphasizing analysis of user requirements, test design, and test tools selection.

Required Qualifications:

• Education:

• 3-year degree or Associate's degree in a related field or equivalent years of work experience

Experience/Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance or software testing.
• Establish and maintain a process for evaluating software and associated documentation.
• Determine the resources required for quality control. Maintain the level of quality throughout the software life cycle.
• Conduct formal and informal reviews at pre-determined points throughout the development life cycle. Provide daily supervision and direction to support staff.
• Develop and implement quality control methodologies to ensure compliance with quality assurance standards, guidelines, and procedures in a large computer-based organization.
• Develop and define major and minor characteristics of quality including quality metrics and scoring parameters and determines requisite quality control resources for an actual task order.
• Establish and maintain a process for evaluating hardware, software, and associated documentation and/or assist in the evaluation.
• Conduct and/or participate in formal and informal reviews at pre-determined points throughout the development life cycle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience with test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Experience in analyzing user requirements and selecting appropriate test tools.
• Proficiency in evaluating, recommending, and implementing automated test tools and strategies.
• Experience designing, implementing, and conducting test and evaluation procedures.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and upgrade automated test scripts and architectures.
• Strong writing skills for documenting and implementing system test cases.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze test cases and provide progress reports.
• Knowledge of risk management assessments and software/hardware development processes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Salary and Benefit Information:

The likely salary range for this position is $60,000- $91,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position and could fall outside of this range.

Application Deadline: March 28, 2025

Joining the Alpha Omega team entitles you to participate in all retirement benefits, plans of deferred compensation, health and insurance benefits, and other such benefits as set forth in the company's policy and benefits manuals. See below, to name a few:

• PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave

• Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays (as designated by the company's holiday schedule each year)

• Health and Dental Insurance (including 100% employer paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP health plan)

• Life Insurance, STD/LTD term disability coverage, with employer paid premiums

• 401 (k) plan with a match that is 100% vested after you complete two years of service

• FSA/DFSA/HSA flexible benefit plans

• Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement benefit

We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Culture and Values:

Alpha Omega's Core Values are (H) harmony, (E) engagement, (A) accountability, (R) resourcefulness, and (T) tenacity - collectively they are an acrostic reminder of the values that guide the work we do. We have H.E.A.R.T.!

We foster a culture that recognizes and rewards hard work. Our H.E.A.R.T. program invites colleagues and managers from across the organization to recognize each other for living out our core values. Spotlighted employees enjoy a detailed nomination about their core-values-aligned actions which are then shared with their manager.

Our Company:

Alpha Omega is an award-winning Federal IT Solutions provider. Since our inception in 2016, we have grown our revenues to $140 million and our employee population to almost 500 people located across the U.S.

At the heart of Alpha Omega's mission lies a comprehensive approach to addressing the most critical domains shaping our world today. Through strategic partnerships and cutting-edge technology, the company is committed to delivering mission-enabling solutions that transcend boundaries and propel progress in key areas. We deliver mission-focused solutions in our domain areas of national security, foreign affairs and climate science leveraging our expertise in cybersecurity, data and AI, and digital modernization.

Our consistent growth has fostered a series of accolades including Inc. 5000 and WashingtonTechnology's Fast 50 awards for five consecutive years, Virginia Business Best Places to Work seven years in a row, and USA Today and Washington Post Top Workplaces.

Alpha Omega places significant emphasis on bolstering national security efforts in collaboration with key government agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Through our National Security domain, we provide innovative solutions and strategic partnerships, the company is committed to safeguarding America's safety and prosperity. From implementing advanced cybersecurity protocols to strengthening critical infrastructure resilience, Alpha Omega's contributions are instrumental in defending the nation against evolving threats. Furthermore, our dedication extends to protecting the interests of our service members within the Coast Guard, recognizing their integral role in the broader national security framework. This comprehensive approach underscores Alpha Omega's unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the United States.

Climate science is integral to our national security strategy, as it provides crucial insights into environmental threats that can destabilize regions, exacerbate conflicts, and compromise vital resources essential for the safety and stability of our nation. Moreover, Alpha Omega recognizes the urgency of addressing climate change and its far-reaching implications. Through initiatives like the integration of advanced climate modeling within National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and supporting agricultural production and conservation efforts within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the company actively contributes to the fight against climate crisis. By leveraging technology to drive sustainability and resilience, Alpha Omega underscores its commitment to preserving our planet for future generations.

In addition to its domestic endeavors, our Foreign Affairs domain is deeply engaged in navigating complex foreign affairs and promoting U.S. diplomacy on the global stage. Through collaboration with the U.S. Department of State and other international partners, the company advances national interests while fostering cooperation and mutual understanding. By leveraging technological innovation, Alpha Omega strengthens America's position as a global leader and promotes stability in an increasingly interconnected world.

Alpha Omega Integration, LLC (Alpha Omega) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class. We are committed to the development of a creative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQIA, women, people over 40, and differently abled individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.