Senior Advanced Engineering Support Specialist - Test Program Lead

General Dynamics Mission Systems•VA-Manassas, VA

About The Position

The Test Program Lead serves as the technical and programmatic authority for all CWL and MTWS verification and validation activities. This role owns the end-to-end Test & Evaluation strategy, including test planning, readiness, customer engagement, and certification support. This is a remarkable opportunity to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and make a real impact. If you are passionate, self-driven, and ready to contribute to our mission, we encourage you to apply. Join us at GDMS and be a part of a team that shapes the future of maritime defense.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor’s or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience).
Requires an additional 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree with 6+ years of job-related 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.
Advanced systems engineering and integration background
Strong customer engagement and briefing skills
Expertise in verification planning and execution
Proficiency in Jira and IBM Rational DOORS
Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Project, PowerPoint, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications
Proven leadership of cross-functional engineering teams
15-20 years of experience operating and/or maintaining AN/BYG-1, or similar combat systems
The candidate for the Test Program Lead role should be able to perform under a level of supervision where assignments are made in terms of broad practice, precedents, policies, and goals, as set by the Program Management team.
The candidate's work may be reviewed for fulfillment of program objectives and conformance with departmental policy and practice.

Responsibilities

Own and maintain the CWL and MTWS Test & Evaluation Program Plan
Lead all test strategy, scheduling, and readiness reviews
Serve as primary customer interface for all test activities
Provide technical authority over Test Operations Lead
Manage test-related budget, risk, and performance metrics
Develops Test Plans and Staffing using MS Project
Ensure compliance with Performance and other requirement specifications
Supervise/Develop complex test procedures and oversee their execution
Supervise/Conduct test procedures and document results
Identify and develop/coordinated the development of test tools and equipment required to qualify requirements
This role may require intermittent travel, both independently and as part of a team, to support customer meetings, reviews and test events in partner and government labs, as well as shipboard installations in domestic and international locations