Software Quality Engineer - Verification & Compliance

United Launch Alliance, LLC.; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Discretionary annual bonus

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Flexible work environment

Job summary

United Launch Alliance, LLC. seeks a Software Quality Engineer 3 to lead quality assurance across launch vehicles, ground systems and mission operations.

You will drive compliance with AS9100/DO-178C, mentor teammates, and partner with software engineering, system safety, and program teams to ensure safety and reliability of mission-critical software. Relocation may be available; 10% travel; strong teamwork and audits are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university.
• 4+ years of experience in software quality assurance, software engineering, or systems engineering.
• Experience with coding languages Python, C/C++ as well as Git frameworks.
• Experience with Linux environments and use of CLI.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders in both engineering and program environments.
• Strong understanding of aerospace or safety-critical software lifecycles, including Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid development.
• Demonstrated experience leading root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as AS9100, DO-178C, CMMI, NASA-STD-8739.x, USSF SMC-S-012 and 021 or similar guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead software quality assurance activities for assigned programs covering the full software lifecycle—from requirements definition through verification, release, and mission readiness.
• Ensure program compliance with ULA software quality standards, engineering processes, mission assurance requirements, and applicable aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100, DO-178C, NASA, DoD).
• Review and approve software requirements, design artifacts, code inspection packages, test plans, test procedures, and verification results.
• Engage early in the lifecycle to identify quality risks and mitigation strategies for mission-critical software.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (RCCA/CAPA) for software-related issues, anomalies, and audit findings.
• Support readiness and exit reviews (e.g. TRR, BCR/SRA) and deliver SQA inputs for gate decisions.
• Participate in build reviews, configuration audits, and release readiness assessments for flight and ground software products.
• Support internal, customer, supplier, and regulatory audits by preparing artifacts and representing the SQA organization.
• Support internal SAFe Agile ceremonies and execution of Agile practices throughout the SDLC.
• Lead internal Process Evaluations to assess Software Engineering process execution as well as communication of observations/findings.
• Develop and improve ULA SQA procedures, templates, metrics, and review processes to strengthen mission assurance.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to the professional development of the SQA organization.
• Maintain strong partnerships with software engineering, systems engineering, product teams, and Mission Success organizations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical efforts
• High attention to detail, especially with mission-critical artifacts
• Excellent collaboration and communication
• Commitment to safety, quality, and mission success

Skills

Python

C/C++

Git

Linux CLI

Communication

Agile/Waterfall

Safety-critical lifecycles

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

United Launch Alliance, LLC. seeks a Software Quality Engineer 3 to lead quality assurance across launch vehicles, ground systems and mission operations.

You will drive compliance with AS9100/DO-178C, mentor teammates, and partner with software engineering, system safety, and program teams to ensure safety and reliability of mission-critical software. Relocation may be available; 10% travel; strong teamwork and audits are emphasized.