• Software Quality Assurance Engineer

    Actalent (Auburn Hills, MI)


    Job Title: Software Quality Assurance Engineer

    Job Description

    As a Software Quality Assurance Engineer, you will provide essential quality assistance to the Software Team working on a complex military combat vehicle software-based system. Your role will involve improving software processes, participating in software development and verification activities, and ensuring compliance throughout the software lifecycle. You will be instrumental in supporting both internal and government release processes, while utilizing tools like Jira for data mining and report generation.

    Responsibilities

    + Provide quality assistance to the Software Team for a complex military combat vehicle software system.

    + Review and mature software process development throughout the lifecycle.

    + Participate in CDRL reviews, software development, and verification activities.

    + Support internal and government release processes.

    + Ensure compliance with software development processes.

    + Use Jira for data mining and generate quality reports.

    + Analyze quality data and produce comprehensive reports on quality metrics.

    + Identify areas for process and product improvement.

    + Conduct audits for compliance with GOV/MIL standards.

    Essential Skills

    + 5+ years’ experience as a software engineer or software quality assurance.

    + Proficiency in programming languages: C/C++, Java.

    + Experience with Linux real-time operating systems.

    + Familiarity with Waterfall and Agile processes using Jira.

    + Strong understanding of software lifecycle development tools (Jira, Confluence, GitLab).

    + Ability to manage Change Control Board and perform audits for compliance with GOV/MIL standards.

    + Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Ability to speak German.

    + CMMI certification or ASPICE provisional auditor.

    + Experience in multi-national, multi-organizational environments.

    + Experience in highly regulated industries.

    + Adaptable, assertive, and responsive.

    + Strong communication skills to explain complex concepts clearly.

    + Superior consultation, diplomacy, and influencing skills.

    + Ability to promote collaboration and teamwork across organizations.

    + High level of self-motivation and ability to prioritize under pressure.

    Work Environment

    You will be part of a collaborative team environment, supporting a complex military combat vehicle software-based system. The role involves standups, planning meetings, and reviews, as well as interactions with government DevSecOps release processes. There is occasional international travel for technology transfer, providing exposure to cutting-edge military technology and professional growth opportunities.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn Hills, MI.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $69.71/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Auburn Hills,MI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 18, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.