Software Test Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc • Chesapeake, VA

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About The Position

Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That’s the opportunity that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. It’s an amazing challenge. And it’s waiting for you now. We are seeking an Integration & Test engineer who will provide support for verification of an application suite hosted within a collaborative engineering environment. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure system functionality and performance meet expectations. Responsibilities include assisting in the development and execution of test procedures, troubleshooting application defects, and documenting findings on Jira. Experience with automated testing frameworks as well as Bash, PowerShell, and Python scripting languages is preferred.Working successfully within a team, the Senior Test Engineer will execute the test approach and document system verification throughout the engineering development lifecycle. This will entail assisting in the following areas:
Generation of system test work products by applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools
Development of test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products
Development of functional, environmental, operational, and/or performance tests on hardware, software, and systems
Design, development and implementation of cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting of hardware, software and systems for all phases of product development and manufacturing
Develop and implement automated testing to the greatest extent possible

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
• Solid knowledge in use and understanding of test engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Solid 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
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after 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

• 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

Responsibilities

• Generation of system test work products by applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools
• Development of test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products
• Development of functional, environmental, operational, and/or performance tests on hardware, software, and systems
• Design, development and implementation of cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting of hardware, software and systems for all phases of product development and manufacturing
• Develop and implement automated testing to the greatest extent possible

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level