Software Quality Engineer
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Software Quality Engineerfor a contract opportunity in Grand Prairie, TX.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- Technical Engineering (STEM – Engineering / Science) degree at the Bachelor level or above (required)
- Ability to obtain a Secret clearance - DoD Secret
- 8+ years experience understanding of the Quality Management System (QMS) and Quality Engineering.
- 8+ years experience strong knowledge of creating an accurate, complete, correct, current and competitive Proposals / Basis of Estimate (BOE).
- 8+ years experience knowledge of creating a proposal using a Subject Matter Expert (SME) Judgement and historical actuals
- 8+ years experience meeting proposal deadlines and to support all proposal activities.
- 8+ years experience understanding of Software and Test Equipment Processes.
- 8+ years experience experience in Requirements, Design, Code and Proof & Validation (P&V) Testing
- 8+ years experience with strong organizational skills, attention to details, ability to work in a dynamic environment and the ability to multi-task
- 8+ years experience in effective communication skills including written, oral, listening, presentation, technical writing, collaboration
- 8+ years experience-Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
- Ability to travel
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Proficient in the areas of proposals, Basis of Estimate (BOE), contract review, program start-up, production, and support.
- Requires an understanding of quality tasks across software, cyber security and test engineering.
- Collaborate and partners with other functions including Program Manager, Proposal Manager, Contracts, Engineering, Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Production Operations and Customers.
- Support all programs proposals for Guided, Missiles, Launcher and Advanced Programs.
- Assist in establishing quality budgets and cost commitments.
- Participate in independent reviews including Readiness Acceptance Check (RAC), BOE reviews, customer negotiations, Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audits and Executive Leadership Proposals Reviews
- Focusing on software and test equipment, working directly with test engineering and software teams.
- Identifying root causes and corrective actions including performing process/product evaluations/audits.
- Participating in peer reviews of software and test equipment requirements, design, code and documentation.
- Collaborating with software suppliers and participating in program reviews and testing events at suppliers.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Safety shoes may be required at some point during contract position, not needed to start.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
• Accredited Technical Engineering (STEM – Engineering / Science) degree at the Bachelor level or above.
WORK HOURS:
•Full-Time-4/10-1st Shift.
- Ability to work outside of normal business hours such as weekend support or after 5pm.
- Ability to be on-call when needed to support program milestones.
ADDITIONAL:
•Secret Clearance Required for this Position. Okay to start without clearance.
Job Location: Grand Prairie, TX
Rate: Up to $74.57 DOE
Duration: 6 months
Input Date: 04/27/2026
Attention: Robert Davis
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: rdavis@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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