Gregory Johnson
***************@*****.***
Objective: Software Quality Assurance Testing, Software Systems
Engineering
Career Progression:
Freelance Web Design Services
Website Builder and Content Developer (9/2013 - Present)
Develop original blog and web sites for business, sports and entertainment
entities. Design and construct original templates for clients according to
business objectives and requirements. Write original content to establish
client profiles and identities. Test interfaces and links. Develop
scripting to connect to Google proprietary services, including interface to
support advertising, and enhancements to ensure search engine optimization.
Truebridge (client: Academy Sports and Outdoors)
QA Analyst, IT (6/2013 - 9/13)
Develop test cases in HP Quality Center to verify functional performance of
Oracle Retail Merchandising and Financial Systems for Academy Sports and
Outdoors. Write procedures and perform manual testing of scripts to set
test limits and parameters. Write query statements using Oracle SQL
Developer tool to examine relational database contents. Perform SQL queries
in AS400 environment to verify interfaces. Collaborate with developers in
Agile environment to make adjustments and refine methods for regression
tests. Write detailed test reports to document test results. Perform tasks
with minimal supervision while providing leadership to less experienced
analysts.
Job Roles
. Define Testing objectives based on Acceptance Criteria
. Develop Test Cases based on Test Objectives and Acceptance Criteria
. Write comprehensive Test Cases to verify project functionality
. Consult with developers and product owner to accomplish the goals of the
story
. Execute Test Cases according to plan and document results
. Validate functionality according to requirements/stories
. Identify, communicate and document defects in a consistent fashion
. Track defects through resolution and implementation
. Verify defects are resolved according to defect definition
. Ability to be the advocate for quality and communicate gaps to
development, project management, and product owner
. Work closely with and communicate effectively with developers, testers,
SME team members to ensure full understanding of each story/task
. Verify changes to functionality have no undesired effect on other
associated areas
Description
Under general supervision, leveraging competencies in the technical
software testing and development processes, this position will execute and
evaluate software tests and learn the automated test tools. Help in
choosing and implementing technologies in designing, coding, testing,
usability, trouble-shooting and documenting engineering systems
applications. Develop test strategies used in the automated regression
testing of these systems. Usually works on projects of moderate scope and
complexity. Assists in the development of assignments and schedules. May
require instruction and guidance during certain phases of application
systems analysis. Job tasks, correctly performed, impact indirectly on cost
containment, efficiency, profitability or operations. Consequences of error
are easily measured and can be confined.
The Boeing Company
Software Systems Engineer, Space Shuttle Program, (9/89 - 8/2011)
Developed software test plans and procedures to validate Space Shuttle
Backup Flight System (BFS) software. Executed procedures in simulated
environment to validate functionality and full safety compliance. Performed
data analysis, document results and generate formal reports. Performed
Caution & Warning, Fault Detection & Recovery, and Environmental Control
System testing of the Command & Control software system in laboratory
environment. Collected and analyzed data and generated reports. Recognized
as subject matter expert for Flight Control & GNC interfaces. Performed
work under minimal supervision. Delivered customer presentations.
Major Accomplishments:
Designed unit and component test suites and performed testing. Performed
black, white, grey box tests on integrated avionics products. Designed,
developed and performed systems and integration testing of software
throughout the SDLC. Directed test technicians. Performed source selection
and made final design decisions.
Skills & Training:
AS400, C, DOS, HP Quality Center, Microsoft Test Manager, Oracle, Perl,
JCL, Rhapsody, SAP, SQL, SEI CMI, ISO 9000, UML, UNIX
Competencies:
Adaptability, Collaborative, Communication, Customer Focus, Decision
Making, Planning And Organizing, Project Leadership, Technical Aptitude,
Technical Writing
Education:
B.S. Electronics Engineering Technology
University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS
M.A. Humanities
University of Houston - Clear Lake, Houston, TX