Software Quality Engineer

Quest Global; Aguadilla (PR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Short/Long Disability

Job summary

Quest Global delivers engineering solutions and is seeking a QA/Quality Engineering leader for on-site work in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. You will ensure DO-178 B/C compliance, perform audits, and manage QA activities across software and hardware lifecycles.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive process improvements, and guide risk management to meet aviation and defense standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in DO 178/330/331 driven environments and leadership roles.
• Proven ability to drive quality and performance goals.
• Strong skills in risk management and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide Software Quality Assurance/Control per DO-178 B/C for projects.
• Develop and maintain QA plans and perform stage gate reviews.
• Support SOI and customer audits and conduct process audits.
• Verify quality documents for software and hardware artifacts.
• Assist development teams with methods and tools and drive improvements.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Leadership

Process Improvement

Risk Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

DO-178/DO-330/DO-331 Environments

AS9100D Internal Audits

Job description

Job Requirements

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills

What You Will Do

• Provide Software Quality Assurance/Control as per DO-178 B/C to the Software projects.
• Awareness and compliance as per DO330, DO331 to the Software projects.
• Develop/Maintain Quality Assurance plan for the projects
• Perform stage gate reviews, Sample review, thread audit, Process audits on all the deliverables and complete conformity checks.
• Performing test environment audit before the formal testing activities begin
• Support SOI audits, Customer audits, as and when required
• Member of CCB/DCCB meetings and approve the release of different lifecycle artefacts
• Support the Quality Management System to meet the requirements of AS9100D by performing Internal Process Audit and other Quality audits
• Providing support to the development teams for methods and tools use
• Proposing Continuous improvements in the project
• Verifying the consistency, the completeness and accuracy of the quality documents of the software and hardware
• Perform supplier audit if the work has been outsourced to any other supplier

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Direct experience specifically in DO 178/DO 330/DO 331 driven environments and several years in leadership or technical management roles.
• Proven experience in engineering management with a strong track record of achieving quality and performance goals.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in driving process improvements and risk management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage complex projects and deliver results.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Pay Range

$65,000 - $75,000

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements

This role is considered an on-site position located in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
• Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Travel Requirements

Due to the nature of the work, 0% of travel is required.

Citizenship Requirement

Due to the nature of this role, US Citizenship is required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability

Quest Global complies with all applicable labor laws and employment regulations of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. This position is governed by the Puerto Rico Labor Code, including but not limited to Acts 80-1976 (Wrongful Dismissal), 180-1998 (Working Hours and Leave), and 148-1969 (Christmas Bonus). Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, and not on the basis of race, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other protected classification under Puerto Rico and federal laws.