Entry Level Test Engineer
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
Manassas, VA
Basic Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:• Design, development, and implement cost-effective testing methods.• Generate technical engineering products using appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools.• Execute test approaches and document system verification throughout the engineering development lifecycle.• Isolate and document issues and defects.• Setup and conduct functional, environmental, operational, and/or performance tests on hardware, software, and systems.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:• Good understanding of testing and troubleshooting methods for hardware, software, and systems.• Ability to generate technical engineering products using appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools.• Good proficiency in executing test approaches and documenting system verification.• Good knowledge of functional, environmental, operational, and performance testing.• Good problem-solving skills to isolate and document issues and defects.• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow directions.• Good understanding of Microsoft Office applications.Education and Experience:• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field
Responsibilities for this Position
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred 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
What sets you apart:
- A strong understanding of testing principles and methodologies, with a focus on requirements-based testing.
- Ability to analyze requirements and design comprehensive test cases to validate them.
- Experience with test automation and tools to improve software quality and reliability.
- Creative thinker with a collaborative mindset who thrives in team-oriented environments.
Our Commitment to You:
- 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
Workplace Options:This position will be fully on-site. While on-site, you will be a part of the GDMS Manassas (VA) facility.
Target salary range: USD $56,889.00/Yr. - USD $96711.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.Combined Salary Range
USD $56,889.00 - USD $96,711.00 /Yr.Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
About the Company
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, employees share a common mission to be a trusted partner to the U.S. defense, intelligence and homeland security communities.
Whether you're working on the internal systems of a new ship strategic to the U.S. Navy's role in keeping sea lanes open, developing a camera system for the U.S. Army to protect our forces or helping the Department of Homeland Security coordinate defense against and response to cyber attacks, you'll share a sense of duty and patriotism common to all General Dynamics employees.
When you join General Dynamics, you'll become part of a culture that nurtures innovation. We encourage our professionals to challenge the conventional way of doing things. And we motivate our employees to solve tough customer problems by promoting and sharing new ideas.
Join a team that's dedicated to what matters most. Build your career at General Dynamics today.
General Dynamics Mission Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics. Headquartered in Falls Church, Va., General Dynamics employs approximately 91,000 people worldwide. The company is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies.