Test Engineer

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

The responsibility is career-defining. So is the opportunity. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we invent the technologies, products and services, that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work is so advanced, our teams regularly redefine innovation and excellence for the world. If you’re looking for a challenge, you’ve just found it.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.

As the Test Engineer, you’ll participate in the planning of technical approaches, resources, schedules, budgets and equipment required for the testing and evaluating of new systems, products and special devices. Utilizing your expert knowledge and understanding of test engineering concepts and principles, you’ll prepare test and diagnostic programs, design test fixtures and equipment, and complete specifications and procedures throughout the engineering development lifecycle.

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• Proficient knowledge and experience with object-oriented programming, system processes and scripting languages
• Openly proposes ideas that enhance productivity and efficiency, solicits input, and optimizes solutions

What sets you apart:

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
• Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Activities include:

• Participates in requirements analysis, functional analysis, performance analysis ( timing, power, etc.), design (of test setups/approaches), integration and verification of test equipment/setups.Develops Test Cases, Test Procedures, Test Scripts, and associated test documentation (plans and reports) for formal test and verification activities.Supports setup up test infrastructures and environments for performing various testing.Supports activities related to acquiring and setting up the test assets including identifying Bill of Materials (BOMs), working with material planners to procure materials/cables/equipment, working with Manufacturing/Operations to build, checkout, and setup the test assets and equipment.Supports activities related to preparing for and conducting formal test events including Design Verification Testing (DVT), Qualification Testing (QT), Acceptance Testing (AT), EMI/EMC Testing, Radiation Testing, and other formal test events.Provides status inputs related to SEIT tasking from the team backlogs.Generally, works within the Systems Engineering Integration and Test group, but has some limited contact with other engineering and manufacturing groups.Generally, has some contact with project leaders to provide status or discuss technical issues.Generally, works on problems of medium complexity and scope under supervision from a SEIT Lead and peer review of other SEIT team members.

Target salary range: USD $91, - USD $99,;This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.