Senior Advanced Engineering Support Specialist - Test Program Lead - $5,000 Sign On Bonus
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
Manassas, VA
Basic Qualifications
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.
Responsibilities for this Position
This position has a $5,000 sign on bonus.
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.
Key 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
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- 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
- Knowledgeable with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) or Control Account Manager (CAM)
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Project, PowerPoint, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications
- Proven leadership of cross-functional engineering teams15-20 years of experience operating and/or maintaining AN/BYG-1, or similar combat systems
Supervision Level:
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.
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.
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 $139,548.00 - USD $154,812.00 /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.