Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Defence iQ; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineer within the Bristol-based Product Assurance team at a leading defence company. You will be pivotal in ensuring high-tech systems meet quality standards, with responsibilities including project assessments and collaboration for quality improvements. The role offers a platform for career growth in quality assurance with excellent benefits and a company bonus based on performance.

Benefits

Company Bonus: Up to £2,500

Pension: Up to 14% total contribution

Paid Overtime Opportunities

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Flexible Working Arrangements

Enhanced Parental Leave

Subsidised Meals

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Understanding of software development lifecycle and quality assurance.
• Knowledge of national and international standards.
• Ability to influence stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure software quality assurance by adhering to defined processes.
• Support Project Quality Assessments and contribute to reporting.
• Collaborate across programmes to drive quality improvements.

Skills

Software Development

Quality Assurance

Communication

Risk Management

Education

Engineering Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Configuration Management Systems

Requirements Management Systems

Job description

About The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our clients Bristol-based Product Assurance Software Quality team for an engineer eager to further develop their quality assurance skills and contribute to the wider Product Assurance community.

You will work on a diverse portfolio of defence programmes, supporting project activities alongside the UK Engineering Directorate's software development teams. Your role will be key in ensuring that hi-tech systems meet stringent quality standards and are delivered to trusted partners globally!

This position offers an excellent platform to build a meaningful career in Quality Assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure software quality assurance by adhering to defined processes and standards
• Support Project Quality Assessments, identify risks and critical issues, and contribute to monthly reporting
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across programmes to drive quality improvements
• Influence positive change with a collaborative, objective approach
• Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal forms
• Maintain composure under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances
• Work independently while contributing to a functional, integrated team environment
  
  

What The Client Is Looking For

• Understanding or background in software development (full lifecycle) and quality assurance within a process-driven design environment is preferred; however, candidates from diverse industries are welcome
• Knowledge of software processes, including national and international standards and assurance requirements
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders
• Experience or knowledge of configuration management, documentation, and requirements management systems is highly beneficial
• Ideally hold an Engineering Degree or equivalent, but relevant experience will also be considered
  
  

What The Client Has To Offer

• Company Bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance)
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer + employee)
• Overtime: Paid overtime opportunities
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible Working: We support flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus enhancements for paternity, neonatal, fertility treatment leave
• Facilities: Excellent site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking
  
  

If you are ready to take the next step in your Quality Assurance career and make a difference in a high-tech environment, I want to hear from you! Get in touch!

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