Lead System Test Engineer - General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Basic Qualifications :

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

 

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:

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Lead System Test Engineer for the Columbia Training System.   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. The selected candidate will lead the planning, development, and execution of system test activities associated with the SSBN Replacement (SSBN-R) Program Strategic  Weapon System Training System. The selected candidate will lead a team of system test engineers, and work closely with Software, Hardware, and Software Quality Assurance personnel to achieve program objectives.

 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

• Provides direct technical leadership of a system test team responsible for the system integration and verification testing of the Columbia Strategic Weapon Interface Simulation (SWIS) system.
• Responsible for planning and tracking of the test development and execution, including  backlog definition, and support during period and sprint planning activities.
• Participation in "on-system" test activities in the SSBN Replacement (SSBN-R) In house Engineering Test System (ETS).
• Problem reporting, investigation, and resolution including requirement updates, system/subsystem design updates, and test regression throughout the remaining integration and test life-cycle  including final on-site test and integration at the UK Trident Training Facility.  
• Coordination of test activities and problem resolution with the broader cross functional team including software engineering, hardware engineering, Software Quality  Assurance, Cyber, and PMO.
• Providing metrics associated with test planning, test execution, and problem report burn-down  for report out to engineering leadership
• Provide support to the DPME/Product Manager in terms of earned value score card status, estimate to complete tasking associated with system testing activities, and   engagement in program team meetings both internal and external.
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced test team members.
• Engage in risk assessment/mitigation activities.
• Contact with Deputy Program Managers Engineering (DPME) and other professionals within the Engineering department and with project teams across the company.
• SysMl Model updates associated with requirement and design changes occurring  during system integration and test.
• Engagement   with external customer(s) providing technical status.

 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to effectively  plan and execute the development of   System Verification Test work products (test cases and procedures).
• SSBN-R Fire Control and/or OHIO Fire Control knowledge desired .
• OHIO Training Program experience desired.
• Agile SCRUM with experience using JIRA for management of team backlog.
• Requirement analysis and development experience.
• System Design experience.
• Modeling with SysMl/Magic Draw a plus.
• Software configuration  management including problem reporting/resolution.
• Proficient with requirements management & system modeling tools.

 

Minimum Salary:USD $107,600.00/Yr.Maximum Salary:USD $119,400.00/Yr.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.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!

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.  EOE/Disability/Veteran

 

 

ABOUT GENERAL DYNAMICS IN PITTSFIELD, MA

Come work for General Dynamics Mission Systems in beautiful Berkshire County, located on the western edge of Massachusetts. The Berkshires are very family friendly with excellent schools. The housing market is very affordable compared to surrounding larger cities. General Dynamics provides exceptional salaries in Berkshire County which provides a comfortable lifestyle for you and your family.

 

The surrounding area is a cultural center for arts and theater, including established venues such as Tanglewood, Mass Museum of Contemporary Arts, The Clark Art Institute and the Norman Rockwell Museum, to name a few. Berkshire County is also a recreation hub with mountains for hiking or mountain biking, multiple lakes, ski areas, golf courses and even the Appalachian Trail. Being part of New England, western Massachusetts also boasts four distinct and enjoyable seasons, from the comfortable summer months to the colorful fall and pristine winters.

 

As a small city with surrounding rural towns, Pittsfield has a reasonable cost of living and relaxing short commutes without giving up modern life amenities. We are centrally located in the northeast, providing easy access to all of the attractions New England can offer. Boston and New York City are both less than a 3 hour drive away.

 

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