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# Senior Test Engineer

- **Company:** General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Cape Canaveral, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $89,505.0 - $99,295.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Linux, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), System Testing, Test Data, Scripting, Performance Testing, Test Scripts, System-level Testing, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88578791/1

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 months of relevant experience., * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline

 * Proficiency with Linux operating systems, including command line operations, scripting, and system administration
 * Experience writing and executing formal test procedures in a structured engineering environment
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues
 * Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary engineering teams
 * Willingness and ability to travel to test sites or customer facilities as required
 * Active DoD Security Clearance
What sets you apart:

 * Familiarity with DoD weapons systems programs and associated MIL-STD test and safety requirements
 * Knowledge of configuration management tools and processes within a defense program environment
 * Robot.Framework
 * Experience with guidance component handling in accordance with applicable safety regulations
 * Hands-on experience with automated test environments and specialized test equipment
 * Familiarity with guidance systems and the handling procedures associated with their safe operation

## Description

Working successfully within a team, the Senior Test Engineer will execute the test approach and document system verification throughout the engineering development lifecycle. This will entail assisting in the following areas:

 * Generation of system test work products by applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools
 * Development of test programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products
 * Development of functional, environmental, operational, and/or performance tests on hardware, software, and systems
 * 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

What you'll experience:

 * Operate and troubleshoot Linux-based test environments, executing test scripts, automated test sequences, and diagnostic routines in support of system verification activities
 * Support setup, configuration, and operation of Pod Ground Control Stations (PGCS) and System Test Stations (STS), including pre-test verification and post-test analysis of hardware and software
 * Execute system-level tests utilizing PGCS and STS, ensuring configurations reflect the current engineering baseline
 * Perform guidance handling duties in support of test operations, adhering to established safety protocols and procedures
 * Coordinate with Range Safety, Flight Test, and Systems Engineering teams during Pod flight operations
 * Develop and execute Test Procedures, Test Plans, and Test Reports, maintaining accurate test logs in support of configuration management processes
 * Record and analyze test data, identify trends, and report findings to engineering leadership
 * Document test anomalies and Failure Reports (FRs) in accordance with program processes
 * Participate in anomaly review boards and failure investigation efforts, supporting root cause analysis and corrective action activities
 * Maintain test station readiness and calibration status to ensure operational availability
What you bring to the table