Software QA Engineer II

GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. Let’s innovate the infinite, together.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As a Software QA Engineer II, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and traceability of software throughout the development lifecycle. You’ll execute and refine test plans, identify and track defects, and support both routine and complex software releases. Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management teams, you’ll help streamline configuration management processes, improve workflows, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Your work will directly impact product integrity, regulatory adherence, and successful delivery of high-quality software to customers.
WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Execute Software Testing and Validation: Perform and witness software testing, execute structured test plans, identify defects, report issues to developers, and verify fixes across the full development lifecycle.
• Develop Test Plans and Test Cases: Create, refine, and maintain test cases and contribute to comprehensive test plan development to ensure coverage of functional and non-functional requirements.
• Manage Software Builds and Releases: Build software in engineering environments and coordinate deliverables to ensure proper version control, configuration, and distribution of software releases.
• Support Configuration Management Activities: Perform hands-on configuration management tasks including version control, baselining, release documentation, and maintenance of CM tools such as SVN.
• Ensure Compliance and Quality Standards: Contribute to maintaining certifications (e.g., CMMI Maturity Level 3, AS9100D) and ensure all software release artifacts meet regulatory and quality system requirements.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Applications Engineering, and Program Management teams to align software releases, implement Corrective Action Requests (CARs), and improve processes.
• Perform Reviews and Maintain Traceability: Conduct peer reviews of code and documentation, ensuring traceability between requirements, changes, and delivered software.
• Improve Processes and Tools: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance configuration management processes, tools, templates, and internal procedures.
• Support Release Documentation: Create and maintain templates for release notes, build instructions, and internal documentation to standardize processes.

• Software Quality Assurance: You have strong experience executing structured test plans, identifying defects, and ensuring software meets both functional and performance requirements.
• Configuration Management: You understand version control, baselining, and release processes, and can effectively manage software artifacts throughout the lifecycle.
• Technical Documentation: You’re skilled at writing clear, precise technical documentation, procedures, and release materials.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: You communicate effectively and thrive in environments where you partner with multiple teams to solve complex problems.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in Software and/or Hardware Configuration Management (CM).
• Experience supporting or coordinating software build and release activities.
• Hands-on experience with configuration management practices including version control, baselining, and release documentation.
• Experience in software QA/testing, including test case development and execution of structured test plans.
• Proficiency in Python and/or Shell scripting for automation and process improvements.
• Strong technical writing skills for documentation and procedures.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in engineering and/or production environments.
• Preferred: Experience supporting production and troubleshooting activities.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The starting base salary for this position ranges from $95,000 to $120,000 per year, depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:

• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU, WITH US:
At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.
YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.
To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.

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