Space Force MUOS : Systems Engineering Integration and Test Lead

General Dynamics Mission Systems • Scottsdale, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The General Dynamics Mission Systems, Space Force MUOS team, has an immediate opening for a Systems Engineering Integration & Test Lead. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Department of Defense SECRET security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a SECRET clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date 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.
• Success leading the systems development life cycle with strong proficiency with requirements management and system modeling tools
• Creative thinker motivated to apply technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions
• Collaborative team player with the ability to provide technical leadership and position others for success
• Strong presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
• Demonstrated use and understanding of test engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Excellent in Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with object-oriented programming, system processes, and scripting languages
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to think creatively
• Excellent in multi-tasking
• Highly skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
• Demonstrated awareness of business objectives and Engineering's role in achieving
• Recognized internally and/or externally as a subject matter expert (SME) in multiple technical areas
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting, and exceeding personal and team commitments
• Demonstrated understanding and the ability to apply project leadership principles including cost performance, schedule milestones, earned value, cost account management, key performance measures and statistical process controls
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and shape major market opportunities
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Nice To Haves

• Satellite communications knowledge
• Ground to Satellite communication knowledge
• Ground operations experience

Responsibilities

• Plans the technical approach, resources, schedule, budget, and equipment required for testing and evaluating new systems, products and special devices
• Leads the test approach and document system verification throughout the engineering development lifecycle
• Generates system test work products by applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools
• Prepares test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products
• Leads the development and coordinates functional, environmental, operational, and/or performance tests on hardware, software, and systems
• Leads the 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
• Leads and manage employees
• Leads small technical proposals and contribute to medium sized proposals
• Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments
• Manages and ensures the successful completion of major programs and projects
• Works on advanced applications that may result in new business for the company
• Frequent, effective contact with staff of all levels across the company
• Serves as consultant to management and customers on projects and major initiatives
• Travel may be required
• Security clearance may be required
• Frequent contributions to the development of innovative principles and ideas
• Major contributor to the achievement of business objectives

Benefits

• Opportunities for continuous learning and development
• Research oriented work
• 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

What This Job Offers

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