Senior Test Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cape Canaveral, FL
Salary
$86,091–$93,154 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
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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.

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TL;DR · Senior Test Engineer

The Sr Test Engineer - Cape Canaveral Florida joins the engineering team to support the Pod Ground Control System, which serves as the primary ground control and test system for missile guidance development, integration, verification, and flight test operations. The role involves supporting the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex hardware, software, networking, and instrumentation systems. Key responsibilities include developing and executing engineering test procedures, configuring equipment for laboratory and flight test activities, and performing root cause analysis on interface problems. Candidates must possess skills in system integration, interpreting engineering drawings, and technical specifications. Preferred technical competencies include Linux or Windows system administration, computer networking, data acquisition systems, scripting languages, and Robot.Framework. This position supports the U.S. Navy Strategic Weapons System's guidance and telemetry technologies.

What does a Test Engineer earn?

Median $122800 from 30 postings across 10 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and sustainment of the Pod Ground Control (PGC) System.
  • Develop, execute, and document engineering test procedures and operational checkouts.
  • Configure equipment and resolve technical issues during laboratory, ground, and flight test activities.
  • Diagnose hardware, software, network, and interface problems to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
  • Support system upgrades, software installations, configuration management, and equipment modernization efforts.
  • Generate technical documentation including test procedures, test reports, and operational procedures.
  • Support customer demonstrations, training events, and operational readiness activities.
  • Identify opportunities to improve engineering efficiency using AI, automation, and digital engineering tools.

What we're looking for

  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
  • Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or a related field, or a Master's degree.
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant engineering or technical support experience.
  • Experience troubleshooting complex hardware/software systems.
  • Understanding of system integration and engineering test methodologies.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, interface documentation, and technical specifications.
  • Linux or Windows system administration (preferred).

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