Jennifer Neal
About Jennifer Neal
Jennifer Neal is a Software Test Engineer and Automation Development Lead with extensive experience in software analysis and engineering, particularly in missile systems. She has worked for various organizations, including Insight Global and Teledyne Brown Engineering, and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from Athens State University.
Work at Insight Global
Jennifer Neal has been employed at Insight Global as a Software Test Engineer and Automation Development Lead since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for conducting software testing and automation development. Her work includes verifying and validating software functionalities and ensuring that software meets performance requirements. She develops scripts for automating regression and safety regression test cases, utilizing tools such as Eggplant Functional. Her contributions support the overall quality assurance processes within the organization.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to her current position, Jennifer Neal held several roles in software engineering. She worked at Teledyne Brown Engineering as a Software Analyst from 2011 to 2014, where she focused on software verification and validation. She also served as a Software Engineer at Craft Designs, Inc. from 2009 to 2011, and at SAIC from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she worked at deciBel Research, Inc. as a Software Analyst from 2017 to 2019, where she reviewed missile system software specifications and generated technical reports.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Neal earned her Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from Athens State University. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in software testing and development. She has developed expertise in Agile development processes and is skilled in conducting data analysis and reporting software defects. Her academic training complements her professional experience in various engineering roles.
Background in Engineering and Analysis
Jennifer Neal's career includes diverse roles that have contributed to her engineering and analytical skills. She worked as an Engineer/Scientist at Archarithms, Inc. from 2015 to 2017, where she further honed her technical abilities. Earlier in her career, she served as a Developmental Math Lab Assistant at Calhoun Community College and as an Office Automation Clerk at the US Army Corps of Engineers. These experiences have equipped her with a broad understanding of both technical and operational aspects of engineering.
Responsibilities in Missile Systems Verification
In her roles, Jennifer Neal has been responsible for verifying and validating Ground Based Mid-Course Defense (GMD) missile systems and subsystem requirements. She develops off-nominal and safety-related test cases for formal testing, ensuring compliance with functional and performance level requirements. Her work involves reviewing complex missile system software interfaces and specifications, contributing to the reliability and effectiveness of defense systems.