test analyst - Frodsham, Cheshire, United Kingdom - KBR, Inc

Description

The Programme and Project Partners (PPP) model was mobilised in 2019 with the purpose of transforming major project delivery at the Sellafield nuclear site.

The partnership brings together KBR, Jacobs, Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, Altrad Babcock and Sellafield Ltd to deliver a 20-year pipeline of major infrastructure projects to support the decommissioning of Sellafield and to create a clean and safe environment for future generations.

In delivering its pipeline of large-scale infrastructure projects, PPP is creating opportunities for its people, supply chain, economy and communities.

KBR's rapidly growing nuclear team of teams is working at the forefront of the UK's nuclear space on some of the most exciting new-build, defence and decommissioning programmes.

KBR was recently named a "Great Place to Work-Certified" company in 2023, an honour that underscores the company's commitment to being a UK employer of choice for people who want to do work that matters.

TEST ANALYST

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Test Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will lead testing efforts and ensure the quality and reliability of our platforms and products by implementing defined Organisational Test Strategy within the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC). The role requires extensive experience in software testing, strong leadership skills and deep understanding of testing methodologies and best practices.

Job Title: Test Analyst for Sellafield Deliver Capability (DELCAP) / Common Data Environment (CDE) / Digital Asset Management (DAM) / Sellafield Coordination Centre (SCC)

Reports to: Testing As a Service (TaaS) : Head of Test

Security Clearance Essential UK SC

Sellafield Clearance (Prerequisite - Required Prior to Project Start)

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

Qualifications - Educational:

Essential: Technical Honours Degree, or equivalent

Qualifications - Professional Essential: Incorporated Engineer or equivalent

Certification in Testing Methodology e.g. ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) and/or CSTP (Certified Software Test Professional)

Desirable: Chartered Engineer or equivalent

Experience and Skills: Essential:
• Proven experience as a Test Analyst or similar role in software testing.

• Thoroughness and attention to detail for identifying bugs and ensuring comprehensive test coverage.

• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies like V Model methodology, Agile, Hybrid, including manual and automated testing techniques like SCRUM, Kanban, DevOps.

• Proficiency in manual and automated testing techniques, tools and frameworks (e.g. Azure DevOps, JIRA, HPALM, Selenium, Junit, Cucumber, CI/CD, SoapUI, POSTMAN).

• Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting languages (e.g., Java, Python).

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex systems and identify potential areas of improvement.

• Detail-oriented approach with a focus on delivering high-quality results within tight deadlines.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Support the engagement-with and contribute to the work of cross-functional teams to ensure that customer and user needs are being met throughout the deliverable/scope of work.

• Understanding of relevant regulatory standards and compliance requirements e.g. GDPR for data privacy

• Presentation of complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences when engaging with colleagues, users/customers, suppliers and partners.

• Application of creative or innovative thinking and design practises in identifying solutions that will deliver value for the benefit of the customer/stakeholder.

• Be able to work with minimal levels of supervision.

• Sharing knowledge and experience in own specialism to help others.

• Demonstrates good organisational skills giving the ability to deliver to timeframes and estimates.

• Projects within the Civil Nuclear Sector.

• Communications and Information Systems (CIS) delivery projects.

Desirable:
• Projects to capture, optimisation, leaning and deploy workflows for business process.

• Projects at or for Sellafield Ltd

• Experience of working with the Sellafield Ltd, Nuclear Decommissioning Agency, or similar.

• Support the facilitation of collaboration between stakeholders who share common objectives.

• Support the management of organisations, customers, suppliers, partners and peers.

Intelligent Business Process Management tools, such as PEGA, Power Automate or similar.

Technical projects including Complex data environments; systems integration; business process management; Information security; architectural frameworks.

PROJECT BACKGROUND

Delivery Capability (DELCAP):

The role is part of the PPP Digital Testing As a Service (TAaS) Team. DelCap is the mechanism through which project management and delivery will be transformed to enforce optimised processes. Sellafield is seeking to both improve the quality of project delivery across the enterprise and reduce the overspend that has occurred in previous years due to time and physical clashes between projects and programmes on the site.

The role is part of the PPP Digital Testing As a Service (TAaS) Team who provide support to the Common Data Environment (CDE), a collection of circa 50 applications platformed on a hybrid public, private Microsoft Azure based cloud. The PPP Digital Operations Team is integrated into the wider Sellafield Enterprise Information Services Organisation sharing common processes, policies and tools.

Digital Asset Management (DAM):

The role is part of the PPP Digital Testing As a Service (TAaS) Team. Sellafield Ltd requires Assets to be Operated and Supported more efficiently and consistently, to reduce time and budgetary overspend free up time that can be used to deliver operations and site management to work safer, faster, and cheaper. Vision for PPP support to DAM is to assist Sellafield Ltd to improve and innovate the optimisation, automation and embedding of core processes and solutions, required to manage asset operation and support in line with Sellafield's Values and Strategic Goals.

The role is part of the PPP Digital Testing As a Service (TAaS) Team. The SCC uses a new digital platform that brings together existing Strategic, Tactical and Operational data from across the enterprise. Delivering an informed view of all site wide activities in real time. The SCC will enable us to proactively highlight future threats and opportunities for efficient decision making for the benefit of the enterprise.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Test Planning and Strategy:

• Construct Master Test Plans based on Organisational Test Strategy based on project requirements and specifications e.g. for workflow deployment using Intelligent Business Process management tools, including integration with other data sources and applications.

• Collaborate with project managers, developers, and other stakeholders to define testing scope and objectives.

• Identify and prioritize test cases to ensure maximum test coverage for Functional and/or Non-Functional Test:

Functional Test: System Test (ST), System Integration Test (SIT), User Acceptance Test (UAT), infrastructure Test (IT)

Non-Functional Test: Load Test (LT), Security/Pen Test (PT), Operational Acceptance Test (OAT).

Test Execution and Reporting:

• Execute Functional and/or Non-Functional test cases manually and/or using automated testing tools.

Functional Test: System Test (ST), System Integration Test (SIT), User Acceptance Test (UAT), infrastructure Test (IT)

Non-Functional Test: Load Test (LT), Security/Pen Test (PT), Operational Acceptance Test (OAT).

• Record test results and document defects, ensuring clear and concise communication to development teams.

• Monitor and track defects to resolution, ensuring timely closure and retesting as necessary.

• Generate test reports and metrics to provide insights into product quality and test coverage.

Test Automation:

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts to streamline testing processes and improve efficiency.

• Identify opportunities for automation within the testing framework and collaborate with developers to implement automated testing solutions.

Quality Assurance and Process Improvement:

• Conduct peer reviews and provide feedback on test plans, test cases, and automation scripts.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.

• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in software testing and quality assurance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with development teams to understand product functionality and requirements.

• Collaborate with QA leads, business analysts, and project managers to ensure alignment on testing priorities and timelines.

• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

• Input into Defect Report

• Input into Test Summary Report

Desirable
• Familiar with automated test tools.

COMPETENCIES

Essential:
• Drive - Has the energy, enthusiasm, and flexibility to transform Sellafield.

• Time Management and Prioritisation – Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise testing activities on project deadlines and criticality.

• Flexibility / Adaptability - Be adaptable in responding to change and uncertainty to deliver and add value; Willingness to learn and adapt to new WoW, tools and methodologies as the software development and testing landscape evolves.

• Building relationships – Engage with and maintain productive relationships with a diverse team.

• Communication skills - Articulate and engaging, and able to employ different styles.

• Self-motivation - Add value without being prompted. Take responsibility for actions.

Desirable:
• Influencing – establishes communication channels, actively listens, clarifies, gives/seeks feedback, is clear and concise, persuasive/negotiate with others.

• People management – fosters team/individual performance, achieves results, leads, motivates, and empowers others, deals with issues, coaches, and encourages others.

• Organisational skills – plans well in advance, sets clear objectives, manages time/delegates, reviews progress against plan, ensures sufficient resources, and encourages improvements.

• Results orientation – satisfies internal/external customers, effective performance management, addresses cross-functional issues and technical issues, knowledge of systems and processes.

• Interpersonal skills – builds positive relationships, demonstrates emotional stability, confident in own ability, approachable to all staff, shows respect and tolerance.

Due to the nature of our work and security requirements, KBR does not offer sponsorship. We can only consider applicants with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:

We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.

We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.

We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what's right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.

We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.

We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.

We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.

At KBR, We Deliver.

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