Overview
QC Tech Jobs in Algona, IA at Aventure Staffing
Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
The Software QA Automation Engineer III designs automated solutions to perform applicable software validations. In this role, one regularly collaborates with our development team but also operates with a large degree of autonomy.
Position Responsibilities
Participates in the design, expansion and maintenance of automated testing suite
Defines and plan scope, resource needs, benchmarks and goals of manual & automation work
Defines and implement QA practices, procedures, standards and reporting
Identifies project risks, quantify risk/benefit relationships and provide alternative solutions as well as risk mitigation
Designs test plans, scenarios and cases to exercise new functionality & identify breaking issues
Analyzes, designs, programs, debugs, and modifies software enhancements and/or new products used in local, networked, cloud-based or Internet-related computer programs
Partners with resources as needed to validate software with project timeline
Mentors less experienced team members on QA/QC concepts, methodologies and best practices
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
Bachelor’s degree in related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum 5 – 8 years of relevant experience
Experienced in Software QA automation
Experienced in building and optimizing automation frameworks
Experienced performing code reviews and mentoring team members on automation concepts and best practices
Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S. (20%)
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
Champions quality by forging influential relationships across QA, Development, Product, and DevOps
Demonstrates strong debugging / problem resolution skills, and competency in multitasking and handling multiple time critical issues / projects simultaneously
Demonstrates passion to continuously improve and execute tests for a faster and higher quality result
Is an experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Has effective interpersonal and communication skills
Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one’s own interests
Physical Demands
Ability to work in an office and R&D environment (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
The salary range for this role is:
$89,630 – $127,050
AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:
http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits
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We also encourage you to review our company website at
http://www.avinc.com
to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.
What We Do
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.
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Title: QC Tech
Company: Aventure Staffing
Location: Algona, IA
