Software QA Engineer l

Company: Innoflight LLC
Location: San Diego
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

GROW WITH US ANDSTAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight-one of San Diego's fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We're not just reaching for the stars-we're engineering them. Let's innovate the infinite, together.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:The Software QA Engineer I plays a crucial role in ensuring software quality meets requirements and managing software configuration for all releases. This position is essential in interfacing with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to deliver value-added improvements and achieve quality objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Supports Quality Initiatives: Collaborates with Quality, Engineering, and Operations programs to achieve objectives, enhance processes, and maintain certifications such as CMMI Maturity Level 3 and AS9100D.
• Identifies Process Improvements: Works independently to streamline workflows, optimize build/release processes, and implement Software Quality Assurance tools.
• Reviews Documentation: Evaluates release notes, build instructions, and procedural documentation to ensure traceability to requirements and compliance with standards.
• Manages Testing and Defects: Executes or witnesses software testing, identifies defects, reports issues to developers, and confirms fixes throughout the software lifecycle.
• Enhances Software Quality AssurancePlans: Assists in maintaining and continuously improving the software quality assurance practice area, including processes, work instructions, and tools.
• Supports Certifications: Aids in sustaining existing certifications and ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements impacting software releases.
• Manages Customer Deliverables: Ensures accurate distribution of software versions in alignment with customer requirements.
• Collaborates Across Teams: Partners with Program Managers, Applications Engineering, and other teams to align software releases, implement Corrective Action Requests (CARs), and address delays.
• Organizes Reporting: Creates and maintains templates for reports, metrics, release notes, and build instructions to support management and compliance presentations.
• Performs Other Duties: Takes on additional responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to process and quality improvement.YOU'RE AWESOME AT:
  • Software Testing and QA: Ensuring software meets functional and non-functional requirements and driving quality resolutions.
  • Configuration Management: Overseeing build/release processes, automating workflows, and managing tools like SVN.
  • Process Optimization: Streamlining internal and external workflows for efficiency and traceability.WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
    • 3 or more years of experience in Software Quality Engineering.
    • Experience with build/release processes, QA, and testing.
    • Knowledge of Software Configuration Management best practices, processes, and methods.
    • Proficiency in writing technical documents and procedures.
    • Strong communication skills and a proactive, growth-oriented mindset.
    • Preferred skills in shell/Python programming for automation and production support/troubleshooting.
    • Ability to obtain a security clearance is required.COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
      The starting base salary for this position ranges from$90,000 to $115,000 per year, depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:
      • 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
      • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
      • 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
      • Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
        • Flexible Work-Life Balance:Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off-whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
        • Continuous Learning & Development:We're serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly "Lunch & Learns," we make learning a core part of the job.
        • Mission-Driven Culture:We aren't just building tech-we're enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.BE YOU, WITH US:
          At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don't need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply-even if you don't check every box.
          
          YOU SHOULD KNOW:
          Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
          
          A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
          Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.
          
          To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight's CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.#LI-Onsite
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