Software Quality Engineer Sr - Level 3

Overview As a Software Quality Engineer at Skunk Works, you ensure the safety, reliability, and cyber-resilience of critical software across the lifecycle. You’ll help shape quality processes that enable rapid, high‑impact aerospace developments. Your work supports national security by validating software products and processes for conformance and continuous improvement. This role offers visibility across programs and a chance to influence mission‑critical systems in a world‑class aerospace environment. Compensation / BenefitsMedical, Dental, VisionFlexible work arrangements401(k) matchPaid time offParental LeaveEducation Assistance ResponsibilitiesIndependently evaluate software processes and products for conformance to standards and program-defined processesEnsure quality is built into processes and products through lifecycle and maintenance activitiesSupport AS9100 audits, define/report program metrics, conduct supplier surveys, analyze nonconformances, and drive lessons learnedPresent software quality assessments to customers and program managementTrack nonconformances, defects, trend analysis, and root-cause/ CAPA activitiesOccasionally travel, work off-shift and weekends Key requirementsBachelor’s degree in a STEM disciplineExperience in software/hardware development and/or production environmentsExperience supporting Agile/Scrum software developmentProficiency with one or more of: C++, C#, C, Java, PythonU.S. Citizen and eligible for a security clearanceExcellent communication skillsAbility to work with cross-functional teamsSelf-motivated and independentC++, C#, C, Java, PythonDevOps/DevSecOps practices (CI/CD, automated security testing)SDLC processes (requirements management, design reviews, unit testing, integration, release)