Quality Control Specialist

Quality Control Specialist (Contract)

Location: Hybrid - Remote and work onsite in DC 2-3 times a week.

Strong UAT testing exp

Not TestNG software/or websites

Testing process, templates and hardware

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze existing documentation and artifacts to identify gaps and inconsistencies in the process.
• Creating standard operating procedures and process workflow models
• Reviewing and ensuring that program process documentation is clear, concise and user friendly.
• Creating test cases and test scripts to support quality control & independent validation and verification (I&V)
• Creating user acceptance test cases and scripts to support user acceptance testing
• Development and maintenance of quality control plan
• Testing COTS products, user devices and custom software
• Testing processes and procedures
• Collaborating with other team members to support test-driven development.
• Sharing test scripts (manual and automated) as needed with other testing entities.
• Assisting with constructing validation steps (both positive and negative testing) for user acceptance testing on an as-needed basis
• Supporting the activities of the integration and configuration team to ensure the automatic build and deployment process works effectively across all environments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with site leadership, stakeholders, and customers.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience
• Experience working in agile environments.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills and customer support experience required.
• High level of patience required.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, and internet navigation.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize.
• Knowledge of quality control principles.
• Ability to plan, prioritize workload, organize, and coordinate multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to use problem-solving and analytical techniques.
• Experience serving federal government customers.
• Experience with testing COTS products, user devices, and custom software.
• ITSQB foundation or equivalent software quality assurance certifications is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate various stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and execute detailed test plans in support of enterprise verification, validation, readiness, and transition activities.
• Self-starter who can create and manage planning and execution of job responsibilities with limited supervision.
• Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.
• Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.
• Superior interpersonal skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a cooperative attitude.
• U.S. citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust