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$85,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

Software Quality Assurance Engineer - 1482

Full Time

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of Commercial & Government organizations. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems, and we prioritize partnering with our customers to address real-world problems with cost-effective solutions… that work.

The SARA, Inc. High Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM) is looking for a remarkably talented and motivated Software Quality Assurance Engineer to support research and development activities and transition innovative technologies to the DoD, DoE, and their contractors in Colorado Springs, CO. The candidate will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and lead alongside talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on both new and long-standing programs supporting our customers. Our small group will allow the candidate to experience, contribute, and collaborate in a multidisciplinary nature from conception all the way through to operation in a team-focused environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• Assess current products or services and identify quality issues
• Develop detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases
• Prioritize and plan testing activities
• Perform functional, system, performance, regression, and end-to-end testing
• Identify and track defects, working closely with the development team to resolve
• Determine performance indicators for a product or service's quality
• Recommend solutions to quality issues
• Preparing quality reports for stakeholders
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or similar; or equivalent work experience
• 3 – 5 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance
• Understanding of testing methodologies
• Understanding of Git/Azure and basic version control principles
• Experience with MySQL and MS SQL
• Must have strong knowledge of functional, system, performance, and regression testing concepts
• Working knowledge of Agile development methodologies
• Must be self-motivated, able to work in a dynamic team environment
• Must possess good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance
• May require light physical effort, involving standing, sitting and use of hands while performing duties, carrying or lifting up to 25 pounds
• Working environment is indoor, moderately quiet, reasonably clean, well-lighted and well-ventilated

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in related field
• 6 – 10 years of Software Quality Assurance experience
• Experience with Qt and Visual Studio
• Understanding of UI design and user-oriented focus
• Experience with test automation suites

SARA offers a competitive benefits package to include:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
• Discretionary Employee bonuses
• 401(k) match/profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Pay Range

Salary at SARA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $85,000 to $115,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SARA's total compensation package for employees. Positions are on-site, unless indicated otherwise.

Application Deadline: July 22, 2025

SARA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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• Seniority levelAssociate

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionQuality Assurance and Engineering
• IndustriesDefense and Space Manufacturing, Space Research and Technology, and Electrical Equipment Manufacturing

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