Quality Assurance Engineer - Software Quality

MBDA; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £2,500 company bonus

Maximum 14% pension contribution

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 additional days of Flexi Leave

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Subsidised meals and free car parking

Healthcare Cash Plan benefits

Job summary

A leading defense organization in Bristol seeks a Quality Assurance Engineer - Software Quality. The role involves improving QA skills and collaborating with teams to ensure high-quality missile systems. Ideal candidates will have experience in software development and quality assurance, with strong communication and relationship-building skills. This full-time position offers a salary of £40,000 - £50,000 and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Experience in software development, full life cycle, and quality assurance.
• Knowledge of national and international standards and assurance requirements.
• Ability to build strong relationships across programmes.

Responsibilities

• Join Bristol Software Quality Assurance team to improve QA skills.
• Assist in ensuring high-quality weapon systems for partners.
• Lead Project Quality Assessments and provide risk recommendations.

Skills

Software development experience

Knowledge of software processes

Auditing experience

Relationship building

Clear communication

Education

Engineering Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Configuration management systems

Documentation systems

Job description

Quality Assurance Engineer - Software Quality

Apply for the Quality Assurance Engineer - Software Quality role at MBDA.

Salary

Circa £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.

Location

Bristol.

Dynamic (hybrid) working

2-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification.

Security Clearance

British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. After offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave – enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.

The opportunity

Join our Bristol Software Quality Assurance team to improve QA skills by collaborating with the wider QA community at MBDA. Assisting the UK Engineering Directorate's software teams in missile programs ensures high-quality weapon systems reach global partners. This is an excellent chance to build an impact and advance a career in Quality.

What we're looking for from you

• Experience in software development, full life cycle, and quality assurance; applicants from a diverse set of backgrounds and industries are encouraged.
• Knowledge of software processes including national and international standards and assurance requirements.
• Auditing experience would be advantageous.
• Ability to build strong relationships with colleagues across all programmes.
• Collaborative but objective approach with an ability to influence change when required.
• Ability to lead Project Quality Assessments, identify risks and critical issues and provide recommendations to monthly reports.
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Remain calm under pressure and cope well with unexpected changes.
• Work independently as part of a functional and integrated team.
• Ideally have an Engineering Degree or equivalent experience, with an understanding of new and appropriate technologies or proven experience.
• Experience or knowledge of configuration management, documentation and requirements management systems is highly beneficial.

Our company

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We recognise that everyone is unique and encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Quality Assurance

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing