Test Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems • FL-Orlando, FL

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About The 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 Advanced Test Engineer, you’ll participate in the planning and development of test plans, test procedures and possibly test harnesses for systems of systems. You'll be developing and conducting functional, operational, environmental, and/or performance tests on hardware, software and systems. Utilizing your expert knowledge and understanding of test engineering concepts and principles, the tests you'll define and conduct will ensure proper operation of systems developed in an agile development process. You'll be expected to: Develop top-notch deliverable test plans and test procedures Conduct iterative, structured integration and testing in a lab environment on a scheduled, regular basis Interact with a wide variety of functional representatives during all phases of development Help troubleshoot and/or gather sufficient data to conduct troubleshooting of issues found Interact with customer representatives on a regular basis prior to and during formal testing events Occasionally travel to customer sites for integration, fielding and acceptance testing of hardware and software systems Document formal test results 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

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficient knowledge and experience with test engineering concepts, principles and theories, system processes and scripting languages
• Openly proposes ideas that enhance productivity and efficiency, solicits input, and optimizes solutions
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong technical writing abilities
• 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

• 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

• Develop top-notch deliverable test plans and test procedures
• Conduct iterative, structured integration and testing in a lab environment on a scheduled, regular basis
• Interact with a wide variety of functional representatives during all phases of development
• Help troubleshoot and/or gather sufficient data to conduct troubleshooting of issues found
• Interact with customer representatives on a regular basis prior to and during formal testing events
• Occasionally travel to customer sites for integration, fielding and acceptance testing of hardware and software systems
• Document formal test results

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees