QA Manager - Aviation Domain

Job Summary : We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated QA Manager to lead our Quality Assurance team in ensuring on-time, high-quality software deliverables for our core aviation domain products and multiple parallel projects. Within a fast-paced environment, this role demands a strong focus on driving a high-performance culture, strategic QA planning, and continuous process improvement along with a commitment to knowledge management and capability improvement for the team.

Responsibilities :

Product Development & Parallel Project Deliverables :

Establish and oversee QA strategy and execution for our core aviation domain products, ensuring timely and quality releases, while simultaneously managing QA for multiple parallel projects.

Establish and enforce QA standards, processes, and metrics to meet delivery targets across all projects.

Drive a High-Performance Culture and Capability Improvement :

Lead, mentor, and develop QA engineers, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and domain expertise.

Manage team workload, priorities, and resource allocation for optimal performance across concurrent projects.

Promote continuous learning and improvement within the QA team, especially concerning aviation domain knowledge, product specifics, and use cases.

Establish and maintain a knowledge base to facilitate effective testing and team development.

Implement training and development programs to enhance the team's capabilities in product, domain, testing methodologies, and scenario driven test planning.

Strategic QA Planning & Execution :

Develop and implement comprehensive test plans and automation strategies tailored to the complexities of aviation software and parallel project demands.

Ensure thorough testing coverage, including functional, API, and automation testing, with specific attention to aviation regulatory compliance and safety standards.

Develop and implement scenario driven test planning and execution.

Manage and optimize test automation frameworks (Selenium, BDD, API tools) to enhance efficiency in managing multiple projects.

Ensure compliance with regulatory and security requirements in the development and testing of software products.

Stakeholder Engagement & Proactive Communication

Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across development, product, and operations teams.

Proactively communicate QA status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.

Collaborate closely with Development, Product, and Operations teams, ensuring seamless product releases and project execution within the aviation domain.

Provide clear and concise reporting on QA metrics and project status, with specific emphasis on aviation-related quality and compliance.

Continuous Improvement & Metrics :

Establish and maintain QA metrics and dashboards to track performance across all projects and core products.

Drive process improvements and identify automation opportunities, with a focus on enhancing efficiency and quality in the aviation domain.

Ensure that testing process is optimized for efficiency and compliance.

Integrate QA processes seamlessly into CI / CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and rapid feedback loops.

Requirements :

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

8+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, with at least 3 years in a management role.

Good to have experience in managing testing / QA of Computer Vision or IOT based solutions

Proven experience in leading and managing a QA team in the development and execution of test plans and test cases.

Strong leadership and team management skills, with a focus on building domain expertise.

Experience with Agile / DevOps methodologies.

Expertise in test automation (Selenium, BDD, API).

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues.

Experience with regulatory compliance in software development, such as HIPAA, PCI, or similar.

Proven track record of delivering high-quality software products on time and within budget.

This job description outlines the key responsibilities and requirements for a QA Manager. The ideal candidate should have a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.