BT-23129 Software Assurance Engineer

Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.

The Software Assurance Engineer Quality Simulation & Modeling will support the MSMAS supporting NASA. The Software Quality Engineer will be responsible for the following activities in support of programs across the MSFC and primarily the Space Launch System (SLS) program: Software Assurance (SA) analyses and assessments related to quality and reliability; review and analysis of engineering design concepts and software assurance plans and assuring compliance with NASA quality policies and standards for software. The predominant function for the quality engineer will be to support the Artemis Program in the Integrated Avionics Test Facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The candidate will perform software assurance functions for one or more NASA programs at MSFC.
• The candidate will assess the completeness of engineering software processes according to plans, work instructions and standards.
• The candidate will assess the successful verification and validation of requirements by engineering.
• The candidate will perform post test data analysis to assure consistency with engineering results.
• The candidate will participate in process and technical product quality audits.
• The engineer must be willing and able to collaborate with engineering organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED:

This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• This position requires US Citizenship due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Must have a bachelor's degree in the field of systems engineering, aerospace engineering, computer engineering, computer science, software engineering, or a software-related field, or a related field.
• Must have 10+ years of recent and related work experience.
• In lieu of degree: Candidates with 14+ years of recent and related work experience will be considered.
• Must have experience performing software quality assurance and testing activities related to embedded software systems and associated technical products.
• Must have knowledge of software process auditing from an accrediting agency (ISO, CMMI or similar).
• Must understand the software development life cycle (requirements, design, implementation, and test) and the entry and exit criteria associated with Program/Project milestone reviews including waterfall and agile methodologies.

DESIRED:

• Able to evaluate engineering for compliance with NASA-STD 7150.2x in accordance with NASA-STD 8739.8x.

WORK LOCATION:

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule - three days at MSFC.
• This position offers a 9/80 schedule, every other Friday off.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players.
• Able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Must have a strong work ethic and must be safety culture oriented.
• Must be organized with good time management skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Will work with, and around, standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
• Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

ATTENDANCE:

• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check, some positions require a clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen; some contracts require participation in periodic random drug and alcohol screening programs.

BASTION BENEFITS:

Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, and flexible work schedules (when available). We also support career advancement through professional training and development.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY:

At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. We are committed to a journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company, that philosophy fosters an environment of collaboration across cultures. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Bastion participates in e-Verify.

This position qualifies for the internal Bastion Employee Referral Program as a "Critical to Fill" position.

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