Software Test Engineer, Assoc - 35083

Company: Alion Science and Technology Corporation
Location: Hanover
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTIONWith more than 80 years of experience engineering science and technology solutions to support national security, Alion supports clients with big ideas and real solutions. SummaryUnder general supervision, designs and develops moderately complex engineering standards and tests to evaluate the function of products and systems. Develops and implements procedures for product testing, reviews and evaluates test results, and recommends production or design changes to ensure quality and performance standards.Professional Experience and Education Defines, documents, analyzes, performs, and interprets moderately complex developmental tests for new and/or modified products or product components.Acts as liaison with outside suppliers in establishing or modifying specifications for purchased items.Devises and applies testing procedures for parts or subassemblies received from outside vendors.Participates in the development, maintenance and refinement of internal quality control and reliability programs.Plans, develops, coordinates, and implements moderately complex engineering projects. Ensures the technical accuracy of the results obtained.Performs moderately complex analysis and trouble-shooting.Evaluates progress and results of project and recommends new methods to improve project design, procedures and performance.Identifies opportunities for new program initiatives and follow-on tasking for current projects.Carries out assignments requiring the improvement of current techniques and procedures.Acts as liaison with other departments, divisions, and organizations.Regularly participates in the activities of professional societies.Develops and maintains contacts with customers including those at levels above the project monitor.Prepares and assists others in the development of status reports, letters, technical memoranda, contact reports, technical analyses or other outputs needed.Prepares and provides briefings to staff and customers and participates in technical discussions at project review sessions.Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite programs, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures used in test engineering.Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.0-2 years of experience in software testing.US Citizen with a current DOD SECRET clearance (interim clearance--or eligible will be considered)#LI-YS 1*CJ#CB Security Clearance: None

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