Globalstar
QA Engineer - Software
Globalstar, Covington, Louisiana, United States, 70435
Description
Who we are:Globalstar pioneered personal safety by introducing its SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger in 2007. Today, leveraging its low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, Globalstar reliably connects and protects assets, transmits key operational data, and saves lives - from any location - for consumers, industrial companies and government agencies in over 120 countries. With a portfolio that includes SPOT GPS messengers, next-generation IoT products and modems, and cloud-based telematics solutions, Globalstar's cost effective satellite-powered innovations give users visibility and intelligence for improving safety and operational efficiencies.
What we offer:Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off, Paid HolidaysFinancial Benefits: 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Voluntary and Company Paid Group Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Medical FSA, Dependent Care, Competitive SalariesHealth & Wellness: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Comprehensive and Interactive Wellness Program
Job Summary:The QA Engineer - Software will establish standards for the integration of project deliverables into a production environment with a focus on software that interacts with mechanical systems which require specialized deployment management. This individual will audit processes and controls regarding software releases, both internal and 3rd party.
Supervisory Responsibilities:None
Duties/Responsibilities:Creates and maintains quality system by writing and updating quality assurance proceduresEstablishes quality certifications and maintains required periodic audits to maintain certificationsDevelops, implements, and maintains comprehensive quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards for a global organizationAssures companywide adherence to quality standards for internal teams and external vendorsEstablishes quality and reliability standards by studying project requirements with all stakeholders, conferring, and negotiating with suppliers, SMEs, and devising testing methods and proceduresImplements in-process inspection standards by studying design and manufacturing methods and devising testing methods and proceduresEstablishes rework standardsEnforces quality assurance policies and procedures through regular audits and corrective action reportsEnsures compliance with all project-related regulatory and government requirementsPrepares project quality reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information to drive quality and cost improvementsMay assist functional management in the performance of special assignments and projects in support of strategic planning effortsAnalyzes trends for continuous performance improvement
Skills and Competencies:Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact clearly and concisely with all departments and levels of managementExcellent organizational skills with attention-to-detailAbility to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environmentAbility to effectively manage time and prioritize tasksAbility to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentialityProficiency with Microsoft OfficeFamiliarity with NetSuiteExcellent problem-solving skills
Education, Experience, and Licenses/Certifications:Bachelor's degree in related fieldMinimum 3 years' experience in quality assurance (or equivalent)Working knowledge of quality system requirements with expert knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality StandardKnowledge of regulatory and safety requirements and legal standardsExperience with MS Word, Excel, Project Management and Analytics softwareExperience with Jira or similar ticketing systemExperience with Python a plus
Physical Requirements:Willingness and ability to travel as neededWillingness and ability to work after regularly scheduled hours as neededAbility to sit at a desk for prolonged periods working on a computer (4 to 8 hours)Ability to operate the equipment used for the jobAbility to lift 15 pounds at timesReasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job
Marginal Functions:A review of this job description may have omitted some of the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the job duties and responsibilities. This job description, in no way, states or implies that these are the only duties and/or responsibilities to be performed by the employee in this position. The employee in this position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her supervisor.Globalstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Who we are:Globalstar pioneered personal safety by introducing its SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger in 2007. Today, leveraging its low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, Globalstar reliably connects and protects assets, transmits key operational data, and saves lives - from any location - for consumers, industrial companies and government agencies in over 120 countries. With a portfolio that includes SPOT GPS messengers, next-generation IoT products and modems, and cloud-based telematics solutions, Globalstar's cost effective satellite-powered innovations give users visibility and intelligence for improving safety and operational efficiencies.
What we offer:Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off, Paid HolidaysFinancial Benefits: 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Voluntary and Company Paid Group Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Medical FSA, Dependent Care, Competitive SalariesHealth & Wellness: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Comprehensive and Interactive Wellness Program
Job Summary:The QA Engineer - Software will establish standards for the integration of project deliverables into a production environment with a focus on software that interacts with mechanical systems which require specialized deployment management. This individual will audit processes and controls regarding software releases, both internal and 3rd party.
Supervisory Responsibilities:None
Duties/Responsibilities:Creates and maintains quality system by writing and updating quality assurance proceduresEstablishes quality certifications and maintains required periodic audits to maintain certificationsDevelops, implements, and maintains comprehensive quality assurance policies, procedures, and standards for a global organizationAssures companywide adherence to quality standards for internal teams and external vendorsEstablishes quality and reliability standards by studying project requirements with all stakeholders, conferring, and negotiating with suppliers, SMEs, and devising testing methods and proceduresImplements in-process inspection standards by studying design and manufacturing methods and devising testing methods and proceduresEstablishes rework standardsEnforces quality assurance policies and procedures through regular audits and corrective action reportsEnsures compliance with all project-related regulatory and government requirementsPrepares project quality reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information to drive quality and cost improvementsMay assist functional management in the performance of special assignments and projects in support of strategic planning effortsAnalyzes trends for continuous performance improvement
Skills and Competencies:Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact clearly and concisely with all departments and levels of managementExcellent organizational skills with attention-to-detailAbility to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environmentAbility to effectively manage time and prioritize tasksAbility to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentialityProficiency with Microsoft OfficeFamiliarity with NetSuiteExcellent problem-solving skills
Education, Experience, and Licenses/Certifications:Bachelor's degree in related fieldMinimum 3 years' experience in quality assurance (or equivalent)Working knowledge of quality system requirements with expert knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality StandardKnowledge of regulatory and safety requirements and legal standardsExperience with MS Word, Excel, Project Management and Analytics softwareExperience with Jira or similar ticketing systemExperience with Python a plus
Physical Requirements:Willingness and ability to travel as neededWillingness and ability to work after regularly scheduled hours as neededAbility to sit at a desk for prolonged periods working on a computer (4 to 8 hours)Ability to operate the equipment used for the jobAbility to lift 15 pounds at timesReasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job
Marginal Functions:A review of this job description may have omitted some of the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the job duties and responsibilities. This job description, in no way, states or implies that these are the only duties and/or responsibilities to be performed by the employee in this position. The employee in this position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her supervisor.Globalstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)