Test Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Huntsville, AL
Salary
$97,968–$113,850 / yr
Posted
3 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $159k
This role $106k
$86k most similar roles pay here $206k

This role pays less than 90% of similar roles. Most pay $129,431–$188,715 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $106k versus about $159k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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 439 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $112,924–$149,500 across 366 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Test Engineer

Join GDIT as a Systems Test Engineer and support the Force Protection System (FPS) Family of Systems for the IBD-SS II program. You will work with the systems engineering team to develop, execute, and report on test plans for various force protection systems, including software, hardware, electrical, and mechanical components. Responsibilities include interpreting engineering drawings, conducting environmental testing, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and addressing obsolescence issues. Proficiency in technical writing, briefing, and training is essential, along with experience in DoD systems and contracts. Required skills encompass MS-level education or equivalent experience, superior technical writing abilities, and knowledge of engineering processes and standards. The role demands a Secret clearance and up to 50% travel both CONUS/OCONUS.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for software, hardware, electrical, and mechanical components.
  • Interpret engineering drawings and schematics to develop functional test plans from product requirements.
  • Address obsolescence issues by developing solutions through testing results and collaborating with logistics teams.
  • Conduct briefings on test engineering efforts at weekly Integrated Product Team meetings.
  • Interface with engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to solve equipment malfunctions and identify design flaws.

What we're looking for

  • US citizenship and active Secret clearance required.
  • Experience in both field and lab environments, with proficiency in technical writing and briefing.
  • Knowledge of engineering processes, standards, and workflows, including environmental testing (vibration, shock, thermal).
  • Ability to develop test plans, conduct Level of Repair Analysis for COTS products, and prepare ECPs/TDPs.
  • Experience with DoD systems, engineering requirements, and contracts; previous work with Rapiscan/FLIR product lines preferred.
  • Skill in training and mentoring technicians, collaborating across teams, and providing reach-back support for troubleshooting.

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