Senior Test Engineer

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 months of relevant experience.
• CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

• Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference.
• Execute the test approach and document system verification throughout the engineering development lifecycle.
• Assist in generating system test work products by applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools.
• Develop test programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products.
• Develop functional, environmental, operational, and/or performance tests on hardware, software, and systems.
• Design, develop and implement cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting of hardware, software and systems for all phases of product development and manufacturing.

What you’ll experience

• Operate and troubleshoot Linux-based test environments, executing test scripts, automated test sequences, and diagnostic routines in support of system verification activities.
• Support setup, configuration, and operation of Pod Ground Control Stations (PGCS) and System Test Stations (STS), including pre-test verification and post-test analysis of hardware and software.
• Execute system-level tests utilizing PGCS and STS, ensuring configurations reflect the current engineering baseline.
• Perform guidance handling duties in support of test operations, adhering to established safety protocols and procedures.
• Coincide with Range Safety, Flight Test, and Systems Engineering teams during Pod flight operations.
• Develop and execute Test Procedures, Test Plans, and Test Reports, maintaining accurate test logs in support of configuration management processes.
• Record and analyze test data, identify trends, and report findings to engineering leadership.
• Document test anomalies and Failure Reports (FRs) in accordance with program processes.
• Participate in anomaly review boards and failure investigation efforts, supporting root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Maintain test station readiness and calibration status to ensure operational availability.

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Proficiency with Linux operating systems, including command line operations, scripting, and system administration.
• Experience writing and executing formal test procedures in a structured engineering environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel to test sites or customer facilities as required.
• Active DoD Security Clearance.

What sets you apart

• Familiarity with DoD weapons systems programs and associated MIL-STD test and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of configuration management tools and processes within a defense program environment.
• Experience with munitions or guidance component handling in accordance with applicable safety regulations.
• Hands-on experience with automated test environments and specialized test equipment.
• Familiarity with guidance systems and the handling procedures associated with their safe operation.

Pay

Target salary range: USD $85,239.00/Yr. - USD $94,562.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary.

About the Company

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonate with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.