Software Analyst-Project Management

Job Description:

• The Analyst performs project management activities as they relate to software documentation, supplied by third parties in support of the final passenger car design.
• This position is also responsible for the development of project specific software management plans to standards required by our customers.
• The Analyst is also responsible for recommending hardware specifications for deliverables such as software workstations.
• Contribute to the execution of the company’s software management strategic plans. This can include the implementation, assurance, and execution of software management process improvements to the CMMI compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review supplier software design, and lifecycle-related documents, for necessary technical requirements, content, and compliance with IEEE standards, EN Standards, and/or other standards when applicable.
• Prepare plans and schedules for deliverables, such as software workstations and test equipment.
• Prepare and track submission of SW related documents to the customer and suppliers.
• Communicate with suppliers regularly to ensure deliverables are submitted in a timely manner.
• Have a full awareness of all software related project deliverable requirements and schedule in order to support project goals.
• Record and maintain Configuration Management records of suppliers’ software, such as Software Modification Requests.
• Support and enhance document and software version management.
• Provide support to other departments, as required.
• Perform other assignments as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or other IT field of study, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in software implementation and maintenance.
• Experience or familiarity with the principles of embedded processor implementation
• Must have solid experience in software documentation.
• Experience or familiarity with Project Management and Supplier Management for commercial/technical contracts
• Experience or familiarity writing formal software documentation.
• Familiarity with Safety Critical Software Engineering Standards, preferably IEEE-1558-2004, EN-50716:2023 or 50657:2017, and EN 50128:2011.
• Some experience or familiarity with Network protocols, principles of hard-wire/wireless LAN implementation and/or support.
• Experience using Windows 10, or later PC Operating Systems.
• Experience using MS Office.
• Detail oriented with strong problem solving, written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, which possess varying levels of technical expertise.
• Must have a strong, independent, service orientation, with the energy and enthusiasm to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Limited Travel may be required as part of position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the Railcar or other similar transportation industries (e.g., automotive, avionics)
• Experience or familiarity with the principles of embedded processor implementation
• Experience or familiarity with CMMI Institute Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)
• Experience or familiarity with ISO 9000 Quality Methods
• Experience or familiarity with general cybersecurity concepts and measures

Equal Opportunity Statement:

USPRO is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability and/or other protected categories. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities or needs, as required by law.