OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Software Quality Assurance Engineer to contribute to our mission supporting our work with H2C in Richland, Washington.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE's nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The main duties include, but are not limited to:

Primary Responsibilities
* Conduct QA surveillances of software documentation.
* Review software development documents and verification and validation reports.
* Ensure effective implementation of DOE O 414.1D, 10 CFR 830, NQA-1, and other applicable contract requirements within the H2C SQA program.
* Develop, maintain and implement the graded approach for software quality assurance activities in accordance with DOE O 414.1D
* Apply principles and practices of Software Quality Assurance competently.
* Perform oversight activities for software procurement and software development projects.
* Participate in the development, review and approval of software development and management procedures. Ensure appropriate levels of software quality assurance integration.

Additional Responsibilities:
* Analyze, evaluate, and plan methods to solve complex technical problems.
* Provide leadership for quality assurance and quality control support on assigned programs and/or areas to ensure compliance with customer and company quality requirements.
* Plan, schedule, and participate in or lead QA program audits, surveillances, and assessments in support of assessment and corrective action programs.
* Assist with effective Management/Independent assessments and implement appropriate surveillance and audit activities through participation in Project Readiness Reviews, Project Planning, and Project Schedule Forecasting meetings.
* Participate in external industry information sharing such as ASME code committees, EFCOG meetings and other forums as applicable.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Science or related field and 7+ years
• AA and 16+ years
• HS and 20+ years

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with Software Quality Assurance or equivalent combination of education and/or experience,
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment,
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening,
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Software quality assurance experience in nuclear quality assurance programs.
• Previous experience in Department of Energy (DOE) O414.1D and American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASME NQA-1.
• Familiarity with industry consensus codes and standards for software procurement, development and life cycle management such as IEEE, IEC, ISA or ANS.
• Previous or current qualification as an Auditor or Lead Auditor
• Previous or current qualification in Six-Sigma (Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt)
• Experience with performance measuring and improvement
• Knowledge of software engineering methods such as Agile
• Previous experience in corrective action, causes analysis, and extent of condition evaluations.

LOCATION
Richland, Washington

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management's assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.