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# Airborne Systems SQA Auditor - DO-178C/DO-254

- **Company:** PDS Tech, Inc.
- **Location:** Fort Worth, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $124,800 - $187,200
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Computer Engineering, Embedded Software, Hardware Design, Software Tools, Requirements Traceability, Software Engineering, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), Toolchain, Safety Critical Systems, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, DO-178B
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/43e2cc40-b194-407a-b009-603ef6dea734/airborne-systems-sqa-auditor-docdo

## About the Role

* BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline.
 * 7+ years in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Quality Assurance, or Quality Engineering.
 * Deep hands-on experience with DO-178C and associated supplements.
 * Solid grasp of software and hardware development lifecycle processes.
 * Experience performing process and product audits.
 * Real-world background in embedded aviation software development.
 * Strong communication and presentation skills; effective in technical/formal reviews.
 * Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred background

 * DO-254 hardware assurance experience.
 * Knowledge of RTCA DO-330 Software Tool Qualification Considerations.
 * Experience in aerospace/aviation/military/defense programs.
 * Supplier quality oversight and compliance auditing.
 * Understanding of aviation regulatory frameworks.
 * Mentorship experience on process compliance and quality standards.
 * Track record 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

Toolchains and ecosystems

 * 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

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## Description

* Do you thrive on auditing complex, safety-critical software and hardware against DO-178C (and ideally DO-254)?
 * Are you energized by reviewing work products, leading formal assessments, and translating findings into clear action?
 * Can you mentor development teams on process rigor while maintaining strong partnerships with systems, software, and test groups?
 * Do you enjoy overseeing supplier compliance and ensuring deliverables align to program and regulatory expectations?

What you will tackle

 * Execute process and product audits across the full lifecycle for both software and hardware.
 * Review, monitor, and approve engineering work products, release packages, and documentation.
 * Participate in technical reviews; drive and document formal quality assessments.
 * Prepare SQA reports, track findings, and deliver concise status updates to leadership.
 * Conduct supplier audits; monitor supplier deliverables and compliance.
 * Witness testing to verify quality, reliability, and program objectives.
 * Mentor engineering teams on standards, quality expectations, and compliance practices.
 * Reinforce adherence to development processes and quality requirements.
 * Support continuous improvement; quickly adapt to program-specific audit procedures and workflows.