What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software QA Engineer position at PDW?
Company Overview
At Performance Drone Works (PDW), we're at the forefront of creating custom small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) for the modern warfighter. PDW is proudly American-owned, with all design, engineering, and manufacturing of our products taking place domestically.
Role
PDW seeks a skilled Quality Assurance Software Engineer to join our team, contributing to the next wave of system and tool development for our upcoming product lines. This person will play a pivotal role in ensuring software quality, compliance with industry standards, and customer requirements. The ideal candidate will thrive working in an innovative and fast-paced work environment, able to deal with problems on the fly, and delivers thoughtfully designed and highly adaptable systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance processes and methodologies for software development.
- Oversee the design and execution of test plans, test cases, and automated testing tools to ensure products meet the desired quality levels.
- Conduct systematic checks on all stages of software development to guarantee that the quality of the final product meets the required specifications.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions in response to defects, deviations, and non-conformance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineering, production, and sales, to continuously improve product quality and efficiency.
- Develop, maintain, and train personnel on quality processes and procedures to ensure consistent application of best practices.
- Keep up to date with industry developments, standards, and regulations and make recommendations for their implementation.
Requirements
ITAR Requirement
In compliance with International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) or individuals granted asylee / refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Compensation and Benefits
PDW values our team, and we offer a compensation package reflective of your experience and capabilities. Benefits include :
Commitment to Inclusivity
PDW is an equal opportunity employer that upholds all federal and state non-discrimination laws. We ensure a fair and unbiased evaluation for employment for all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
