Senior IV&V Software Test Engineer - ACTIVE DoD SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: Up to $160,000/year

Ampersand Solutions Group (AMPERSAND) is seeking an Senior Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) Engineer/Analyst.The selected Candidate:Performs evaluations of various software related products and covers assessments of software products through all phases of the development life cycle, including software specifications, design verification, coding, testing, and results data validation. Utilizes static and dynamic analysis tools to identify potential vulnerabilities and code defects. Works as part of a team, and independently, to verify and validate potential defects found during analysis. Participates in peer reviews throughout the product lifecycle. Mentors junior personnel. Exercises strong written and oral communication skills. Exercises strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.Required

• ABET accredited BS in an Engineering discipline; or BS in a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of IV&V experience
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience
• Experience with C/C++ programming
• Some travel
• ACTIVE security clearance is a requirement; interims or eligibility for interim is not sufficient

Desired

• MS in related field
• Experience with the Missile Defense Agency
• Ground-Based Midcourse Defense (GMD) experience
• Experience with Python, Java, Ada, or other programming
• Knowledge of Static Code Analyzers (e.g.: HelixQAC, Code Dx, Coverity, CppCheck, Clang-Tidy, etc.)
• Linux OS experience
• Experience with embedded systems development, test, and/or IV&V
• Regression testing and performance testing experience
• Knowledge of and familiarity with the IEEE 1012-1998 Standard for Software Verification and Validation

Ampersand Solutions Group is an emerging small business based in Huntsville, AL. We support Government and Commercial customers providing innovative and expert technical and engineering services as well as leading edge information technology and cybersecurity services. At Ampersand our people (AMPS) are our priority and together we get to do some really cool and innovative work.Integrity, respectfulness, and a passion for solving hard problems are requirements for all AMPS, regardless of role. This should be fun. You should enjoy what you're doing and with whom you spend your working hours. That's why we relentlessly focus on the AMP Experience as a key component of the Ampersand Difference.Join us. Be part of the Experience. Make the Difference. #getAMPed