Software Quality Engineer 2

Standard Weekly

Hours:

40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes
- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 10%

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As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world.

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At ULA, as a Software Quality Engineer 2 is responsible for ensuring the integrity, reliability, and compliance of software used across ULA launch vehicles, ground systems, mission operations, and supporting infrastructure. This position supports mission-critical software development efforts and drives continuous improvement within ULA’s software assurance processes. As a Software Quality Engineer 2 collaborates closely with Software Engineering, System Safety, Systems Engineering, Mission Operations, Suppliers, and Program teams to verify that software meets safety, reliability, and mission assurance requirements.

• Support software quality assurance activities throughout development, integration, test, and deployment.
• Assist in developing and maintaining software quality plans, procedures, and checklists.
• Participate in software reviews, audits, and evaluations to assess compliance with requirements and standards.
• Review software requirements, design documents, test procedures, and verification evidence for completeness and accuracy.
• Track and document software defects, performing initial analysis and supporting corrective action processes.
• Collect and analyze software quality metrics and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure program compliance with ULA software quality standards, engineering processes, mission assurance requirements, and applicable aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100, DO-178C, NASA, DoD).
• Support internal SAFe Agile ceremonies and execution of Agile practices throughout the SDLC.
• Coordinate with engineering, mission assurance, and program teams to ensure quality expectations are understood and met.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical efforts
• High attention to detail, especially with mission-critical artifacts
• Excellent collaboration and communication
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Commitment to safety, quality, and mission success

Bachelor

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university
• 2+ years of experience in software engineering, software quality, mission assurance, or related field
• Experience with Linux and use of CLI
• Experience with programming languages Python, C/C++ as well as Git framework
• Experience with defect tracking tools, version control systems, or automated testing environments
• Familiarity with industry standards such as AS9100, DO-178C, CMMI, NASA-STD-8739.x, USSF SMC-S-012 and 021 or similar guidelines
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), configuration management, and verification/validation principles
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and apply engineering judgment to quality assessments

• Experience with aerospace, launch vehicles, space systems, or regulated high-reliability engineering environments
• Experience with software…