Avionics Software Assurance Lead

• Own end-to-end quality oversight for software and hardware on a mission-critical aviation program.
• Plan and execute process and product audits throughout the full development lifecycle.
• Review, monitor, and approve engineering work products, release packages, and supporting documentation.
• Participate in technical reviews and lead formal quality assessments.
• Develop and deliver clear SQA reports, findings, and status updates to stakeholders.
• Audit suppliers, oversee deliverables, and verify compliance to contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Witness and monitor verification activities to ensure quality, reliability, and program objectives are met.
• Partner with systems, software, test, and program leadership to drive quality outcomes.
• Coach engineering teams on process compliance, standards, and best practices.
• Enforce adherence to defined development processes, guidelines, and quality requirements.
• Advance continuous improvement initiatives and quality excellence.
• Rapidly master program-specific quality audit procedures and workflows.
• Operate independently while thriving in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field.
• 7+ years in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Quality Assurance, or Quality Engineering.
• Extensive, hands-on experience with DO-178C and applicable supplements.
• Strong command of software and hardware development lifecycle processes.
• Demonstrated capability conducting process and product audits.
• Practical background supporting embedded aviation software development.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; able to communicate findings clearly in technical and formal reviews.
• Self-starter who works effectively with minimal supervision.

Preferred

• Experience with DO-254 hardware assurance.
• Knowledge of RTCA DO-330 Software Tool Qualification Considerations.
• Background with complex aerospace, aviation, military, or defense programs.
• Supplier quality oversight and compliance auditing experience.
• Deep familiarity with aviation regulatory requirements and quality frameworks.
• Experience mentoring teams on process compliance and quality standards.
• Success operating in highly regulated environments., * Configuration Management
• DO-178C Certification
• Embedded Systems
• Process & Product Auditing
• Regulatory Compliance
• Safety-Critical Systems
• Software Quality Assurance (SQA)
• Supplier Quality Management
• Root Cause & Corrective Actions

Tools and environments you’ll touch

• Configuration Management Tools
• Defect Tracking Systems
• DO-178C
• DO-254
• DO-330
• Embedded Software
• Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Requirements Traceability
• RTCA Standards
• Verification & Validation Processes

Why this assignment stands out

• Influence product quality from concept through certification and delivery.
• Hands-on exposure to cutting-edge embedded aerospace technologies and complex SW/HW environments.
• Work within a collaborative culture built on innovation, integrity, and technical excellence.
• Grow professionally through challenging, meaningful projects on a high-visibility aviation program.
• Competitive pay: $60.00-$90.00 per hour.