Test Lead

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Scottsdale, AZ
Salary
$139,662–$154,938 / yr
Posted
35 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $172k
This role $147k
$130k most similar roles pay here $212k

This role pays less than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $140,000–$203,925 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $147k versus about $172k for comparable roles.

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

General Dynamics currently has 1123 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Test Lead

As the Space Force - Test Lead, you will join a cross-functional team focused on providing mission-critical solutions for SDA Tracking Missions. You will lead a team of integration and test engineers to oversee the integration, verification, and validation of complex software systems within the Unified Testing Framework environment. Your daily responsibilities include developing test strategies for cloud-based products, architecting automated test solutions, leading Test Readiness Reviews, and managing project schedules and budgets. To succeed, you must possess expert knowledge in Python 3.9+, object-oriented programming, and system integration practices. You will also implement CI/CD pipelines and manage requirements traceability. This role addresses the technical challenge of ensuring high reliability for space systems by establishing robust verification methodologies and coordinating complex activities between various software and hardware teams to ensure seamless component interaction.

What you'll do

  • Lead a team of integration and test engineers by providing technical guidance and mentorship.
  • Develop and maintain the test strategy for cloud-based software products.
  • Architect test solutions to validate system requirements within the Unified Testing Framework.
  • Establish best practices for test automation, continuous integration, and reporting.
  • Lead Test Readiness Reviews and internal testing assessments with program stakeholders.
  • Design comprehensive test plans and develop automated scripts using Python 3.9+.
  • Coordinate integration activities between systems and software teams to ensure smooth component interaction.
  • Align test execution with program schedule requirements and budget parameters for on-time delivery.

What we're looking for

  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • A Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics with 8 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 6 years of experience.
  • Expert knowledge of Python programming and object-oriented scripting.
  • Experience with test automation frameworks, cloud-based integration testing, and CI/CD practices (preferred).
  • Proven leadership in managing teams, mentoring engineers, and conducting performance reviews.
  • Experience in the defense or aerospace industries (preferred).
  • Knowledge of requirements management and traceability (preferred).

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