Test Engineer (Analyst) Job at Arcata Associates, Inc (Edwards AFB)

Job Description

The Test Engineer (Analyst) is accountable to the Engineering Manager for planning, designing and developing test projects for computer-based systems. This position receives technical guidance from the Engineering Manager. Work is reviewed for compliance with accepted practices.

Job Responsibility

Plans, designs, and develops test projects for computer-based systems
Participates in the test development of new software programs or the modification of existing software programs to respond to customer needs, reduce operating time, and/or improve real-time processing techniques
Tests software programs to ensure their successful integration into larger systems
Communicates the findings of the test results to the development team, customer representatives and engineering management
Assists in formulating software engineering project requirements to meet customer needs
Integrates software into or with hardware systems
Assists hardware and systems engineers and technicians in troubleshooting anomalies associated with the integration effort
Troubleshoots and assists software/hardware/operations teams with resolving discrepancies or anomaly reports
This may entail creating custom test tools and formulating innovative solutions to expedite a satisfactory resolution
Writes documentation in support of test development including but not limited to test plans, descriptions and results
Writes or revises user documentation
Document in Azure DevOps the results of testing, logging of all defects identified
Provides technical guidance to users
Attends meetings as required (e.g., DATR CCB, WINGS status, requirements review)
Assists in preparing and maintaining ISO-compliant engineering processes and procedures
Responsible for WINGS Software Library maintenance and System Version Document
Maintain system administrator duties as required
Performs other related duties as required

Requirements

Associate's degree in technology related field with 2 years related work experience
In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5 years of total work experience may be substituted for the former requirement
A minimum of two years of software test development experience
Working knowledge of software development processes and systems integration
Familiarity with NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) missions
Technical familiarity with the WINGS equipment maintained at the DATR
Windows operating system administration
In-depth knowledge of: Test development, Azure DevOps Test Plans/Suite
General knowledge of: Windows NT, General Dynamics Omega telemetry acquisition system and telemetry processing
DATR CCB and Software Development Processes
Ability to: Apply the principles and techniques of software and system test development to specific projects
Write and prepare a variety of technical and user-oriented reports, manuals, and other types of written communications
Effectively interact with system users and development team
Communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Establish and maintain successful work relationships with those contacted in the performance of this position
Work in a team environment
Work under deadlines
Effectively use project planning, writing and spreadsheet software programs such as Microsoft Project, WORD and Excel
Perform work in an ISO compliant/certified environment
Obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance
Skills: Interpersonal skills, problem-solving and analytical skills

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