Software QA Test Analyst

At General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc. (GA-i3), we are redefining situational awareness for the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, and commercial sectors. Our innovative platforms-such as Optix, Thresher and Dragonspell-process petabytes of streaming data in near real time, applying advanced algorithms and machine learning to deliver actionable intelligence. Our browser-based applications empower users to visualize, analyze, and understand complex environments across land, sea, and air.

As a Software QA Test Analyst, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our situational awareness solutions. Collaborating closely with developers and product teams, you will design and execute comprehensive test plans for enterprise-level applications that convert raw data into actionable insights. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will help validate intuitive, high-performance user interfaces that serve a diverse user base.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Testing Lifecycle: Lead and engage in all phases of testing, including requirements analysis, test planning, test case design, test execution, defect reporting, and regression testing.
• Test Planning: Develop and maintain detailed test plans and cases based on user stories, specifications, and designs within an Agile framework.
• Test Execution: Perform manual and automated test runs, analyze results, and report defects with clear reproduction steps.
• Collaboration: Partner with developers, product owners, and stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve issues promptly.
• Process Improvement: Drive continuous enhancement of QA processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Agile Participation: Actively contribute to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelors degree in computer science, information systems or a related discipline and nine or more years of professional software quality analyst experience. Equivalent professional quality analyst experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on software testing experience in an Agile development environment.
• Testing Expertise: Deep understanding of software testing methodologies, principles, and industry best practices.
• Test Design: Proven ability to create and execute detailed test plans and test cases.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Defect Management: Experienced in using defect tracking tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps (ADO), or Bugzilla.
• Automation Skills: Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Jenkins, Hammer, or similar) is a plus.
• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility is required.

Salary:$105,890 - $189,545