Software Analyst

Software Analyst

Location: Yonkers, NY

Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Type: Direct Hire

Salary: Depending on Experience

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available upon hire

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Software Analyst to support rail car engineering and software management initiatives at our Yonkers, NY facility. This role is responsible for managing software-related project documentation, coordinating supplier deliverables, supporting software configuration management activities, and ensuring compliance with customer, industry, and engineering requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience with software implementation, software lifecycle documentation, project coordination, and technical communication within a regulated engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Review supplier software design, development, and lifecycle documentation for compliance with technical requirements and applicable standards
• Coordinate software-related project deliverables, schedules, and documentation activities
• Track and manage software submissions to customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Communicate regularly with suppliers to ensure timely completion and submission of project deliverables
• Monitor software project schedules and deliverable requirements to support overall project objectives
• Maintain software configuration management records, including software modifications and version control documentation
• Support software management processes and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist with software workstation and test equipment planning and implementation
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Project Management teams
• Perform additional assignments as directed by management

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software implementation, software maintenance, or software project support
• Experience reviewing technical software documentation and lifecycle-related deliverables
• Familiarity with supplier management, project management principles, and technical contracts
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with configuration management and software version control processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience using Windows 10 or later operating systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with embedded systems or embedded software environments
• Familiarity with IEEE Software Engineering Standards, including IEEE 1558
• Familiarity with EN Software Engineering Standards (EN 50716, EN 50657, EN 50128)
• Understanding of networking concepts, wired/wireless LAN implementation, and communication protocols
• Experience with CMMI (Capability Maturity Model Integration)
• Familiarity with ISO 9000 quality systems and documentation practices
• Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and software security principles
• Experience working within transportation, rail, aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated engineering industries
• Experience developing or managing software management plans and compliance documentation

Work Environment

This position is based in a professional engineering environment supporting passenger rail vehicle projects. The Software Analyst will work closely with engineering teams, suppliers, project managers, and customers to ensure software documentation, deliverables, and compliance requirements are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle. Limited travel may be required.

About Us

Top Prospect Group, established in 2010, is a leading technical staffing firm connecting top talent with premier clients. In 2023, TPG joined HW Staffing Solutions, further expanding its reach and services across the professional, engineering, manufacturing, and technology sectors.

Interested Candidates Please Submit:

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• Salary Requirements
• Interview Availability
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