Lead Test Engineer
About The Position
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, Land & Air Systems, we invent the technologies, products and services, that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work is advanced and our teams regularly redefine innovation and excellence for the world. If you’re looking for a challenge, you’ve just found it. As the Lead Test Engineer for Tactical Communications, you'll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for providing rapid prototype mission critical solutions to our customer community. The Lead is responsible for overseeing the integration, verification, and validation of complex embedded systems within the Unified Testing Framework (UTF) environment. This role requires expert-level knowledge of testing methodologies, Python programming, and system integration practices to ensure product quality and reliability.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
- Experience leading 3 to 5 team members, holding team members accountable to program milestone execution
- Expert knowledge and experience with object-oriented programming, system processes and scripting languages, Python
- Strong understanding of test automation frameworks and methodologies
- Experience with hardware/software integration testing
- Significant experience with test equipment (signal analyzer, signal generator, USRP)
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Outstanding communication skills for frequent contact with managers, project teams across the company and external customers and vendors
- Ability to obtain a 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.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices
- Familiarity with embedded systems development and testing
- Experience with requirements management and traceability
- Background in defense or aerospace industries
- 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
- Recognized as a subject matter expert (SME) in multiple technical areas
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of integration and test engineers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and direction
- Develop and maintain the test strategy for embedded products
- Architect test solutions that effectively validate system requirements
- Establish best practices for test automation, continuous integration, and test reporting
- Leading Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and internal testing assessments with key program stakeholders
- Design comprehensive test plans that cover all aspects of product functionality
- Develop automated test scripts using Python 3.9+ following GDMS coding standards
- Implement robust verification and validation methodologies
- Coordinate integration activities between hardware, firmware, and software teams
- Establish integration procedures that ensure smooth component interaction
- Support AGILE implementation
- Create detailed test documentation including test plans, procedures, and reports
- Maintain accurate records of test activities and results
- Ability to develop ROMs in accordance with execution of requirements
- Conduct Performance reviews per process
Benefits
- An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
- Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
- Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
- Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
- See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
