Job Description:
Saab, Inc. is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented, Quality Engineer to develop, evaluate, revise, and apply technical quality assurance protocols/methods to project and program work activities and outputs.
Responsibilities include:
Use professional concepts; apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
Apply common software quality engineering principals, techniques and company standards.
Monitor project compliance in accordance with project plans, contractual requirements and Saab’s quality system
Initiate and facilitate corrective action process, as needed
Author program quality documents, such as quality assurance plans, audit reports, etc.
Actively participate in large project activities such as technical design reviews, test event execution/monitoring, etc.
Participate in project planning and design/development activities
Perform program/process quality evaluation activities (i.e. audits)
Provide guidance to project teams and engineers regarding the application of processes
Gain understanding of processes with capability to suggest improvements
Estimate quality assurance level of effort, associated costs and develop a basis of estimate in support of the contract proposal process
Present results/content to customers (internal or external) and/or others, as needed
Review contracts for applicable requirements relating to the quality system
Compensation Range: $69,100-$84,600
The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.
Skills and Experience:
BA/BS degree in an engineering discipline or related discipline
3+ years of experience working in a formal Quality Assurance environment
Excellent interpersonal skills, customer-service orientation
Understanding of QA Methodologies
Knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle
Understanding of ISO terminologies/practices
Understanding of how Defect Tracking/Version control tools work
Understanding of processes and procedures and ability to apply them to daily work with little guidance
Well-developed problem solving skills
Basic understanding of multiple operating systems
Basic system administration skills
Basic understanding of software build environment
Citizenship Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Drug-Free Workplaces:
Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Benefits:
Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:
Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents
Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability
401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match
Tuition assistance
Student loan assistance
Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs
Employee stock purchase program with employer match
About Us:
Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.
Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.