QA Engineer - Cloud Services

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting for a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Analyst in Richland, WA. Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense. This position will support Navarro-ATL. Navarro-ATL is located in Richland, WA, and operates, manages, and maintains the 222-S Laboratory Complex for the Department of Energy. The Navarro-ATL members are Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. (Oak Ridge, TN), and Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International (Gaithersburg, MD). The SQA Analyst will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a software quality assurance (SQA) program that is in compliance with contractual standards to include NQA-1, DOE QSM, ISO 17025, ISO/IEEE, etc. requirements and other relevant regulatory drivers. The successful candidate for this position will: Have the ability to work both independently and with a team Have excellent verbal and written communication skills Responsibilities: Under minimal supervision: Develop and maintain a SQA program that is in compliance with NQA-1, DOE QSM, ISO 17025, ISO/IEEE, etc. Maintain and enhance SQA templates to meet contractual standards and business needs Author, change, and update Navarro-ATL SQA procedures Assist Navarro-ATL personnel with generating SQA documentation destined for applications/spreadsheets and HISI registration Represent Navarro-ATL on various software-related boards Author, review, edit, and complete final approval of Navarro-ATL SQA records Monitor and maintain the validation status of all software Address and resolve open corrective actions related to SQA Report metrics, trends, potential issues, and improvement initiatives to management on the SQA program Identify and implement initiatives for continuous improvement of the SQA system Ensure software that is designed, changed, or purchased by Navarro-ATL meets NQA-1 requirements and other relevant regulatory standards Ensure all SQA records are well organized, clear, and able to withstand audits both externally and internally Have sufficient knowledge on the SQA procedures and records that support product design, validation, and operation throughout the software lifecycle in order to be the Subject Matter Expert (SME) during audits Ensure (retroactively) all current software records have complete life cycle and requirements traceability records Obtain all required internal qualifications Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Science, or related field and 7 years of experience working in software quality assurance under NQA-1 requirements (related experience may be substituted), or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with ISO Quality System requirements Prior experience working in an analytical laboratory environment Prior experience with laboratory management information systems (LIMS) Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required. Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status or any classification protected by applicable state or local law. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled Compensation: Grade 18: $106,663 - $134,588 In accordance with the Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc (Navarro) salary determination process, Navarro takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities and the candidate’s education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. A candidate's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. Benefits Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits*; 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; vacation/sick/holiday pay*. *Based on eligibility rules

Launch Your IT Career with Northstar Technologies At Northstar Technologies, we don’t just hire talent—we develop it. We’re looking for motivated problem-solvers who want to learn, grow, and build lasting careers in IT. If you bring curiosity, initiative, and the drive to take on challenges, we’ll provide the tools, training, and mentorship to help you succeed! Why Choose Northstar? We believe the best way to grow our company is to grow our people. That’s why every person starts with our hands-on, 3-month remote training program, designed to fast-track your skills with the guidance of team and access to enterprise-level equipment. What We Offer • Accelerated Learning:– In as little as 3 months (or faster, based on your pace). • Mentorship:Learn directly from experienced engineers committed to your growth. • Cutting Edge Tech: Train on modern, enterprise-grade infrastructure.. • Career Growth: Start at $22/hr with a clear path to raises and advancement. • Exciting Travel Opportunities : Gain valuable nationwide project experience, expand your professional network, and build skills in diverse environments. Work, travel, and explore! With 100% travel required, you’ll experience new cities and opportunities while your housing and relocation are fully covered. Comprehensive Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Paid PTO/Holidays. Who We’re Looking For Ideal candidates bring: • Problem-solving skills: You tackle challenges directly and seek new solutions. • A Willingness to Learn: You’re adaptable and eager to gain new skills. • A Team-Oriented Mindset: You value collaboration and open communication. • Attention to Detail: You’re organized and thorough. • Practical Thinking: You approach problems with an open mind and resourcefulness. Requirements: • Ability to pass a comprehensive background check (including criminal history) and drug screen. • 100% travel and relocation required (company provides housing and relocation support). • Flexibility to live and work in project cities for extended periods. • Authorization to work in the U.S. Ready to Move Forward? Send your resume to info@northstar-tek.com and start your journey with Northstar Technologies. We help businesses transform through technology, providing secure, agile, and cloud-ready IT infrastructure solutions. Our services range from strategy and consulting to design, implementation, and support.

Experience: 5 Years Duties and Responsibilities As a Web Accessibility Specialist, you will lead all testing and audit activities using manual and automated accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies. Conduct accessibility testing using a combination of automated tools and manual testing (including testing with assistive technologies) to evaluate the level of conformance to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and other applicable standards and regulatory requirements. Create, document, and manage test plans, testcases, and scripts across multiple projects based on software requirements and design documents. Conduct functional, end-to-end, and regression testing of applications to ensure functionality, reliability, and quality. Create and maintain test scripts, standards, guidelines, and playbooks for accessibility testing and development best practices. Document and report defects, issues, and areas of improvement as well as manage and prioritize critical ADA defects. Collaborate with Business Analysts and Clients to understand requirements and provide feedback. Act as a subject matter expert for testing web and mobile applications for accessibility. Participate in system designs, Support, and foster usability testing and research for accessibility. Provide ad-hoc, project-based team training for ADA awareness, implement solutions, and foster innovation through accessibility. Preferred Qualifications: ·Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, MIS,Engineering, or related fields. ·7+ years of experience as a Quality Analyst withdemonstrated knowledge of quality assurance methodology and practices. ·        Hands-on experience with automated test tools and test management tools like Jira or GitLab. ·        In-depth, working knowledge of ADA tools and standards for accessibility testing (i.e., WAVE, JAWS, axe, ANDI, and other automated tools or applications). ·        5+ years of experience in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) methodologies to ensure digital products adhere to enterprise conformance levels (WCAG 2.0, 2.1 level AA) within agile projects. ·        Ability to provide solutions for testers and development teams by applying best practices. Ability to provide direction and lead QA testers. ·        Ability to effectively utilize assistive technologies such as JAWS, NVDA, Voiceover, TalkBack, and other manual and automated testing tools across multiple devices, browsers, and operating systems. ·        Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification. ·        Working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS.

Company Overview Corporate eWaste Solutions a certified electronics recycler and IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) Company with a Social Impact Focus. CEWS maintains industry certifications and safety standards to ensure all electronics are managed properly and in an environmentally conscious manner. (R2v3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and OHSAS 18001:200) We are looking to hire a passionate PC and Apple Desktop Laptop ITAD Technician to take our IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) services business line to the next level. If you are self-driven, talented, hungry, and passionate to help the environment then give us a call. Responsibilities: • Sort, process, consolidate, triage, organize, route, palletize, and package both incoming and outgoing asset materials • Quickly diagnose, identify issues, and capture computer hardware or relevant devices information • Follow strict data sanitization and destruction procedures when processing data-bearing assets • Label, log, and document on all assets moving in and out in the area • Inventory products at designated area, organize, and maintain shelf life • Meet or exceed monthly goals and understand the nuanced requirements, deadlines and due dates between each order’s requirement • Ensure a safe and secure working environment • Manage and organize workstation, equipment, staging area and parts area • Research on product value • Handle goods and equipment properly to avoid damage or breakage • Maintain clean and safe housekeeping in and around warehouse • Assist in job training to new staff, participants, volunteers, and clients • Other duties as assigned Qualifications: • AS degree or 2 years of related jobs experiences working in a warehouse environment • Familiarity with a wide variety computer hardware components and operating systems • Understand the up-to-date computer hardware components verse older generations • Push or pull heavy objects into position using pallet jacks or other moving carts • Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis • Ability to stand for long periods of time • Ability to prioritize in a constantly changing workload • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Server and Networking equipment experience a plus • Microsoft, A+, N+ certifications a plus This position reports to ITAD Supervisor Email: jobs@cews.com your resume and ensure to include [HAYWARD] in your email title

Continental Disc Corporation, LLC (“CDC”) designs and manufactures safety-critical products that protect pressure-containing vessels from catastrophic failure. CDC is headquartered in Liberty, Missouri (outside Kansas City), and has manufacturing operations in Houston, Texas, and Ahmedabad, India with additional sales offices in India, the Netherlands and China. CDC benefits from one of the most recognized brands in its industry and a reputation for outstanding quality earned over its 60 years of operation. CDC’s customers include blue-chip companies in the chemicals, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, general industrial, aerospace, defense, food and beverage, municipal, and other markets globally. Under the supervision of Quality Assurance Manager - Disc this position is responsible for assisting in defining, implementing, and maintaining all aspects of the quality management system (QMS) practices and procedures, as well as PED, ATEX, and NQA-1 certifications.  This position will work closely with the site QA Manager to ensure that the processes and procedures within the QMS are adhered to by site personnel as well as ensure that these associated business processes are aligned. This role, in conjunction with the site QA Manager, will be responsible for the execution of the site level internal audits and managing external audits. In addition, the QA Engineering will assist the QA Manager in the analysis of discrepancies in performance measures and compliance and will initiate actions with the site level managers to ensure compliance with those measures.    Requirements - Develop and implement quality systems, manuals and procedures to comply with AS9100/ISO9001, PED, ATEX, NQA-1, customer and other regulatory requirements. - Performs internal audits and reports to management on the effectiveness of the QMS and suggestions for improvement. - Perform system audits of other company facilities and suppliers. - Represents Company in regulatory and customer audits, facility surveys and third-party inspections. - Work to facilitate corrective actions to resolve nonconformities, especially related to system and standard compliance and product conformity. - Assist and advise the QA Manager and Quality Supervisor on issues related to compliance as needed.  - Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, documented procedures, engineering specifications, and customer requirements. - Provide training programs and instruction to employees related to regulatory and statutory compliance. - Work to maintain and develop QMS documentation (procedures, manuals, etc.) which meet all statutory and regulatory requirements. - Assists in Contract Review and Project reviews to identify all requirements and perform analysis on CDC’s ability to meet those requirements. - Works in conjunction with the QC supervisor to assist and answer questions that arise from QC inspectors. - Coordinate problem solving teams to identify and implement improvement activities. - Perform other duties as assigned, based on workload and business need. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent with three (3) years’ experience in quality assurance in a manufacturing environment.  - Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as welding, metallurgy, testing of rupture discs/valves, and process control techniques. - Experience in the maintenance of QMS. - Experience as an Internal Auditor for standards such as ISO9001, AS9100, IATF16949, NQA-1 - Experience in working with suppliers and supply chain to resolve issues. - Experience in leading and facilitating RCCA’s. TECHNICAL / FUNCTION SPECIFIC: - Strong computer skills sufficient to successfully use company ERP system, MS Office, and statistical methods - Working knowledge of process improvement methodology and application (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Quality Principles) - Math and calculation - Problem solving and RCCA - Data gathering and analysis - Critical thinking, reasoning and analyzing - Detailed understanding of quality management systems (ISO, AS, APEX, etc). - Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills - Well-developed planning and organizational skills - Knowledge of applicable certification standards and codes BEHAVORIAL: - Is good at establishing clear directions; sets stretching objectives; distributes the workload appropriately; lays out work in a well-planned and organized manner; maintains two-way dialogue with others on work and results; brings out the best in people; is a clear communicator. - Attention to detail. - Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement; most solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions. - Can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all; can represent own interests and yet be fair to other groups; can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; easily gains trust and support of peers; encourages collaboration; can be candid with peers. - Uses time effectively and efficiently; values time; concentrates efforts on the more important priorities; gets more done in less them than others; can attend to a broader range of activities. - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment. - Good at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done; knows how to organize activities; understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient workflow; knows what to measure and how to measure it; can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others can’t; can simplify complex process; gets more out of fewer resources. - Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results. - Sincere dedication to the best interests of the company, its customers and employees. - Create a climate in which people want to do their best; can motivate many kinds of direct reports and team; can assess each person’s not button and use it to get the best out from them; pushes tasks and decisions down; empowers others; invites input from each person and shares ownership and visibility; makes each individual feel their work is important; is someone people like working for and with. - Provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments; holds frequent development discussions; is aware of each person’s career goals; constructs compelling development plans and executes them; pushes people to accept developmental moves; will take on those who need help and further development; cooperates with the developmental system in the organization; is a people builder - Concern for quality, accuracy, and safety. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Sufficient manual dexterity to successfully use a computer. - Ability to sit for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours per day, though possibly more when overtime is required. - Frequently required to stand and/or walk, up to 2 hours per day, and make frequent trips from the office area to the manufacturing area. - Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment when in the manufacturing area, including, but not limited to, safety glasses and safety shoes. - Minor travel may be required (Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and 401K with Match eligible day one. Employee Assistance Program, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Cancer Plan, Fitness Room, Safety Shoe Reimbursement, Prescription Eye Glass Allowance, 12 Holidays* (one floating) , Paid time off, Tuition Reimbursement and so much more. Equal Opportunity Employer As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CDC does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, familial status, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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