Software Quality Engineer

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a Software Quality Engineer to join our cohesive team of professional problem solvers in Kirkland, WA.

If you're passionate about making an impact and driving innovation with a forward-thinking company that stays at the forefront of the latest technologies in the aircraft industry—and has been recognized as one of Washington's Best Places to Work for 16 consecutive years—please read on!

JOB SUMMARY

As our Software Quality Engineer, you will oversee the software/hardware/systems development to assure the approved processes are being followed and compliance to relevant industry standards is achieved.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform Software Quality Assurance activities (SQA) such as review audits, test conformity and witnessing, baseline reviews, software release reviews, in-process audits, conformity reviews, etc.

Assist in determining compliance of the development plans against relevant industry standards. Training in making recommendations for improvements to the team to be in compliance

Perform and learn Configuration Management (CM) activities, processes, and concepts while working on assigned programs

Participate in the design and development process, ensuring that plans and processes are followed

Conduct effective supplier process validation by reviewing supplier SQA records

Prepare software quality records for all SQA activities

Serve as member of Configuration Control Board (CCB) on assigned programs. Ensure that the established change process is followed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related

Demonstrates familiarity (typically one – three years of experience) with the above duties and responsibilities and skills listed below.

Office suite software to include intermediate Excel skills

Programming

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test including screening for the use of cannabis.

Base salary range for Software Quality Engineer is $79,293 - $118,940 (mid-point is $99,117)

Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:

Stay Healthy – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity

Save for the Future – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Find Balance – Employee Assistance Program, Hybrid work arrangements for many positions, work/life balance culture

Time for You – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year