Software Quality Assurance Specialist / Applications Tester

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Herndon, VA
Salary
$158,855–$214,921 / yr
Posted
45 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

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This role $187k
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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Software Quality Assurance Specialist / Applications Tester

As a Software Quality Assurance Specialist/Applications Tester, you will join the engineering team to ensure software quality and system reliability. You will be responsible for analyzing requirements and user stories to develop comprehensive test plans, scripts, and procedures while managing defect databases. Your daily work involves conducting compatibility tests across various hardware and network environments, performing initial debugging by reviewing logs or code, and executing regression, negative, and usability testing. The role requires proficiency with GitHub, JIRA, and Confluence within an Agile development framework. You will also evaluate software documentation, monitor performance, and provide feedback on functionality to the development team. Preferred technical skills include experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Selenium for automated test scripts, and Java development. This position focuses on ensuring high-quality software delivery for critical government and defense information technology systems.

What you'll do

  • Translate stakeholder requirements and user stories into detailed test plans and acceptance criteria.
  • Design, develop, and implement automated testing tools and scripts using Selenium or other frameworks.
  • Conduct software compatibility tests across various programs, hardware, operating systems, and network environments.
  • Create and maintain databases of known defects while performing initial debugging via logs and code.
  • Develop testing programs for regression, negative testing, database impacts, and usability scenarios.
  • Establish quality metrics, scoring parameters, and standards to determine product release readiness.
  • Perform front-end and user interface testing to identify potential end-user issues.
  • Analyze test results and provide feedback to the development team on software functionality.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess a Top Secret SCI with Polygraph clearance.
  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • 10+ years of related experience required.
  • BA/BS in Computer Science or an IT-related field.
  • Experience using Atlassian Confluence, Atlassian JIRA, and GitHub.
  • Experience performing software testing including automated tools, regression testing, and compatibility tests.
  • Experience with containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes (preferred).
  • Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI + Poly.

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