> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3808951-software-quality-engineer-e2](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3808951-software-quality-engineer-e2). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Quality Engineer - E2 - **Company:** Lockheed Martin - **Location:** Grand Prairie, TX, United States - **Salary:** $70,500.0 - $130,900.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Capability Maturity Model Integration, Software Documentation, Software Quality, Computer Engineering, Data Integrity, Software Design Documents, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, LabVIEW, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), System Testing, Teststand, Information Technology - **Published:** October 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/A4E91C3403F349F79DCCACF791F847F7/job/ ## About the Role * Ability to travel to Lockheed Martin sites, supplier locations, and test facilities as needed * Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM discipline * Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance * Knowledge of verification/validation (including certification) of hardware-software test systems * Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) for test documentation and reporting Desired Skills * Certified Software Quality Engineer (ASQ CSQE) * Knowledge of industry-recognized quality models (CMMI, ISO, AS, FAA regulations) * Yellow or Green certification in Lean/Six Sigma (LSS) * Experience collaborating with software suppliers with test equipment and Government/DoD customers * Knowledge of National Instruments (NI) LabVIEW and TestStand environments (beyond basic code interpretation) * Experience with test equipment and test-set hardware - including reading schematics and performing hardware inspections Interview Questions Accuracy and Attention to Detail: What process do you use to make sure you don't miss any details before a project is completed? Decision Making/ Judgement: Describe a time when you made an unpopular decision or advocated for one. What was your reasoning, and how did you explain it? System Testing: What steps did you take to improve testing efficiency or to improve testing accuracy? ## Description Develops, modifies and applies quality principles to the development and use of software and software-based systems for make and/or buy software products. Performs verification and validation of test equipment including hardware in the loop systems. Develops overall operating criteria to ensure implementation of the software quality program according to project, process and contract requirements and objectives. Designs and implements software development and maintenance processes. Defines audit strategy to ensure compliance to systems/software processes. Designs, specifies and conducts test methods for software inspection, verification and validation. Evaluates and analyzes software quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Ensures measures meet acceptable reliability standards. Performs software product reviews against contractual, technical and/or process requirements. Reviews include requirement specifications, design documents, source code, test plans and procedures, materials, tools, techniques, and methodologies. Performs or directs verification of software requirement allocations, traceability, and testability. What You Will Be Doing As the Software Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for driving software quality across test equipment and hardware-in-the-loop systems. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: * Support Test Equipment throughout the life cyber of a test stations from requirements to certification. * Support of test set hardware - including reading drawings/schematics, performing hardware inspections including cable inspections, executing calibration/metrology reviews and approvals, etc. * Test documentation reviews, program non-conformance burndown, data integrity checks and logbook creation. * Witness verification and validation of test equipment, including hardware-in-the-loop systems. * Define and executing audit strategies to ensure compliance with software and system processes. Why Join Us The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. This role offers the chance to shape critical quality initiatives that directly impact program success, while working with cutting-edge technology and a supportive team.