Software QA Intern - Part time

**Software QA Intern - CNC Systems** **Company:** TRAK Machine Tools – Southwestern Industries, Inc. **Location:** Rancho Dominguez, CA **Job Type:** Internship **About Us** TRAK Machine Tools – Southwestern Industries, Inc. is a machine tool manufacturer that develops transformative technology to serve and support customers in a variety of dynamic industries. TRAK machines and equipment are used in some of the most well-known and respected organizations in the world. **The Opportunity** We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Software Quality Assurance (QA) Intern to join our engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to test the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and underlying control software that drives our advanced CNC machines. You will play a critical role in ensuring the precision, reliability, and safety of our industrial software products. **Key Responsibilities** As a Software QA Intern focused on CNC systems, your responsibilities will include: * **Reviewing Specifications:** Analyzing technical documentation to understand software requirements for machining processes. * **Creating Test Cases:** Documenting and executing detailed test cases and test plans for CNC control software and user interfaces. * **Hands-On Testing:** Perform testing of software features, including creation of ProtoTRAK programs, generating toolpath, machine setup, and operation procedures. * **Bug Reporting:** Identifying, documenting, and tracking software bugs and anomalies using defect tracking tools * **Troubleshooting:** Collaborating with software developers, electrical engineers and mechanical engineers to troubleshoot issues and ensure timely resolution. * **Regression Testing:** Conducting regression tests on the machine to ensure bug fixes do not impact existing, stable functionality. * **Real-World Application:** Assisting with actual test runs on physical CNC machinery to verify software performance in a manufacturing environment. **Required Qualifications** * Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field. * Strong analytical thinking and meticulous attention to detail. * Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and QA principles. * Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. * A strong interest in industrial automation, machinery, or manufacturing processes. * Hands-on experience troubleshooting basic Windows OS problems * Working knowledge of Cartesian coordinate systems **Preferred Skills** * CNC experience is a huge plus * Familiarity with CAD/CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, SolidWorks, Fusion 360\) is a plus. * Knowledge of G-code programming principles or other machine control languages. * Experience with testing tools and methodologies (manual or automation). * Familiarity with Agile development practices (Scrum).