Job Details: Verification and Validation Test Manager role

	Verification and Validation Test Manager role
	Reference VAC-4349 Salary Negotiable Benefits Full Benefits City Norcross, GA Locations United States, Contract Type Permanent Full Time Date Posted 09/03/2012

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	Job Description
	Independent Verification and Validation (V&V) Test Manager Role Working with the IV&V Director, The IV&V Test Leader will manage the software and system test team to prepare, review, and verify software integration and system test including acceptance test documents and provide guidance to prioritization and process change/enhancement activities. Supports or coordinates with the test field manager in the execution of test procedures against safety-related digital I&C software/system requirements. Identifies technical opportunities in such areas as efficiency improvement, quality improvement, cost reduction, and reliability and performance improvements. Ensures that the safety related digital I&C systems meet customer requirements and are compliant with IEEE Standard 1012-1998, required QA policies and relevant regulations. Position Responsibilities: • Builds and sustains a team of experienced software and system test engineers. • Works with cross-functional teams to review, and verify software component, software integration and system test plans, and test specifications/procedures. • Works on test estimation activities to align proper resources and budget. • Leads the efforts in developing automated and/or semi-automated testing tools. • Provides and communicates direction to ensure continuous improvement and establishment of best practices in the test activities. • Supports and coordinates with the field test manager in the execution of Factory Acceptance Tests per released procedures and generation of test reports. • Effectively communicates and presents findings, problems, and solutions including recommendations for actions in test documents preparation and release. • Reports and/or resolves V&V and testing issues using Anomaly Tracking System. • Motivates, monitors and mentors junior Engineers.

	Company Description
	Altran Solutions is a comprehensive engineering consulting firm that leverages innovative technologies and industry knowledge to help companies enhance their business and effectively manage their assets. Our goal is to seek out answers to our customer's critical engineering challenges and provide them with a framework that encourages innovative thinking, promotes operational efficiencies, and delivers results to their bottom lines. Our growth oriented team of professionals works closely with utilities, power generation & delivery companies as well as commercial and industrial firms. Altran Solutions was recognized in 2009 and 2010 by Engineering News Records as part of the Top ENR 500 Design firms. Altran Solutions is a wholly-owned division of the Altran Group (Altran Technologies), the European leader in Innovation and Technology consulting. In 2009, the Group’s revenue reached $2 billion with 17,000 professionals serving clients and improving efficiencies in 20 countries. For more information, please visit our website at www.altransolutions.com.

	Qualifications Required
	Qualifications and Requirements: • BS degree in Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Work experience required of individuals holding an MS or higher degree in one of these fields may be less. • 8+ years experience of directly related work experience in test engineering. • At least 4+ years of experience in digital I&C software or system level Factory Acceptance Testing. • Minimum 2+ years experience managing people. • Positive attitude with team working spirit. • Experienced with different software testing techniques and test automation. • Ability to analyze technical requirements and software/system architectures. • Ability to influence and instill confidence in customers. • Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively across organizational boundaries. • Strong analytical, creative, communication and writing skills. • Understanding of project management methodologies and tools. Interested and qualified candidates, please send your resumes to Cathy Binyildiz at cathy.binyildizaltran.com. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer; M/F/D/V