What are the responsibilities and job description for the IV&V Software Engineer position at JS Solutions?
Job Description
The IV&V Software Engineer supports independent verification and validation activities for mission-critical defense system software at a government test facility on Redstone Arsenal. Employed under the Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) team, this role assists in evaluating software requirements, implementation, and testing to ensure compliance with system specifications, quality standards, and program objectives.
The position provides hands-on exposure to formal qualification testing, independent analysis, and participation in major program activities supporting complex, integrated software and hardware systems.
Core Technical Skills
Software and/or Systems Engineering
- Knowledge of Software Engineering principles
- Experience with Requirements Analysis
- Experience with Requirements Traceability
Software Programming/Tool Skills
- Experience with Python, MATLAB, Visual Studio
Testing & Quality Assurance
- Experience with Test Planning and Execution
- Experience performing:
- Requirements-Based Testing
- Regression Testing
- System Testing
- Ability to perform Root Cause Analysis
Documentation & Review Skills
- Experience reviewing Requirements Documentation
- Experience developing Test Plans, Test Procedures, and Test Reports
- Ability to review Code (as needed)
Analytical & Professional Skills
- Strong Critical Thinking skills - can think outside the box
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently (self-motivated) and maintain objectivity
- Ability to identify anomalies, risks and make recommendations accordingly
- High attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with software development and other IV&V team members as needed
Foundational Knowledge
- Candidate should demonstrate basic understanding of:
- Software Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V)
- Requirements Traceability
- Requirements Testing
- Test Case Development
- Software Testing Principles
- Software Safety Principles
Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to work on-site at customer location
- Acknowledgement that no telework option is available
Optional Enhancement for Job Requisition
- Experience supporting DoD or government weapon systems/PATRIOT
- Experience with IV&V programs
- Experience with mission-critical or safety-critical systems
Basic Candidate Requirements
- U.S. Citizen
- Active Secret Clearance (or ability to obtain if applicable)
- Bachelor's Degree in one of the following:
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Computer Information Systems
* Must be located in Huntsville, Alabama or willing to relocate.