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Lead Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Wabtec · Kansas City, MO, United States
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Posted 8 hours ago
CompanyWabtec
LocationKansas City, MO, United States
Job typeFull-time
Work modeYes
SourceSmartrecruiters
Listed8 hours ago

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About the role

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Who will you be working with?
The Lead Software Quality Engineer will be part of a team developing world class Positive Train Control solutions. You will be responsible for ensuring the product quality for the end to end system by managing the development cycle process.
How will you make a difference?
This role provides leadership for process improvements, governance throughout the process, measurements system enhancements and tracking, and audit supervision.
What do we want to know about you?
BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject
At least 4 years of experience in software development, implementation and/or quality
Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, tools, and processes
Strong understanding of Process Assurance activities, including Process Audits, Corrective and Preventative Actions
Strong team player
High personal energy and self-accountability
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with both technical and nontechnical audiences
Able to lead by influence while working in a matrix environment
Desired Characteristics
MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject
7 years of experience in software design, systems, or test
Familiar with root cause analysis techniques such as Five Whys, Fish Bone Diagrams, Fault Tree Analysis, etc.
Familiar with ISO requirements and lead auditor certified
Familiar with Safety Critical Software Development, or CENELEC Standard compliance
Familiar with CMMI requirements
What will your typical day look like?
Be responsible for the continuous improvement of process effectiveness and efficiency. Support engineering teams developing, optimizing and implementing new processes, while ensuring compliance with Digital Intelligence and Wabtec policies.
Lead operating rhythm to improve software First Pass Yield and defect escape rate
Act as a gatekeeper for software releases, ensuring process is properly followed, and design rigor appropriately applied.
Develop and maintain metrics / measurement system for continuous improvement
Support continuous product and process improvement through detailed failure analysis for non-conformances, and development of effective and compliant solutions to prevent recurrence of issues and quality escapes.
Observe (audit) that documented standards, processes, and procedures are followed
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Yes

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