Product Test Floor Coordinator - Sustaining

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Sustaining Product Test floor coordinator is responsible for coordinating day-to-day software sustaining test execution activities on the test floor or lab. He/She acts as the central point of contact between test engineers, development teams, program managers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth scheduling, tracking, and sustaining needs for our CT Explosives Detection Systems (EDS). Responsible for managing sustaining activities, including associated HW and/or SW developments, testing and deployment support, and management of Technology-driven deliverables and milestones.  This will include planning and managing the schedule, budget and deliverables. The ideal candidate is an accomplished hands-on software/hardware quality engineer who has a passion for quality and understands how to achieve meeting company critical objectives.

Essential functions:

• Coordinate and schedule software test activities on the floor for multiple sustaining projects or teams.
• Work with the program managers and functional managers to understand the testing effort by analyzing the requirements of software projects
• Identify test cases, use cases and write and execute test plans in support of those projects. Thoroughly document test results.
• Responsible for requirements analysis, test plan development, test case development, test case execution, test case reporting, and field deployment and support.
• Provide, when needed, support to floor test engineers, Service and Operations organizations. Support field upgrades as required.
• Responsible for sustaining test activates for both Software and Hardware for the CTX systems on the floor.
• Mentor less experienced test engineers and bring them up to speed for test activities.
• Team lead approach on project basis and represent test team in technical discussions.
• Allocate test resources (equipment, environments, personnel) effectively,
• Ensure seamless handover of EOL parts from Technology to Production and Field Service teams, enabling efficient deployment and ongoing support
• Work with Engineering team to determine if COTS replacement is available or engineering development is required.
• Develop and execute detailed project plans, including defining scope, setting timelines, estimating forecasts/budgets, and assigning resources from cross-functional team members.
• Create project specific sustaining WBS numbers to track costs on individual EOL components.
• Work with 3rd party vendors to develop and/or test replacement components.
• Establish mitigation plans, identify trigger events, and initiate corrective action plans.
• Track sustaining budget numbers and provide monthly reports for local and global finance review.
• Ensure adherence to test processes, standards, and safety protocols in the lab/floor.

 

 

 

Required/Preferred:  Strong fundamentals in SQA.

Experience with Version Control Systems (such as SVN and GIT) and Bug tracking systems like JIRA. Test management tools like Testrails

Strong hands on experience with Linux/Windows system software.

Willing to work with CT systems swapping physical parts, pushing bags and software testing.

Proven history of working with teams inside and outside engineering in a collaborative and productive fashion.

Ability to work independently on tight deadlines in a resource constrained environment

Knowledge of software scripting languages (Python) and test software languages (C, and/ or C++) a plus.

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Willing to travel in the field to support development and customers

Years of Experience: 5+ years of experience testing SW with a proven track record of releasing quality SW.

Education Level:      BS or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other relevant discipline.

Additional Qualifications:  Must be 18 years or older

Available on-site in Edgewood Maryland Smiths Detection Facility.

Must be willing to take a drug test as part of the selection process

Must be willing to submit to and cooperate with a background investigation (corporate and/ or government) as part of the selection process, and continued employment is dependent upon maintaining a current approved (“passed”) background investigation

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity PostersIf you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [email protected].

The compensation for this position ranges from $93,120 - $209,520/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills, job-related knowledge, and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions. Smiths Detection provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected] or call toll-free 877-703-1029. This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Smiths Detection, Inc. participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)