Test Lead

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Dedham, MA
Salary
$146,223–$160,000 / yr
Posted
20 days ago
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This role $153k
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This role pays less than 64% of similar roles. Most pay $142,375–$208,883 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $153k versus about $176k 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.

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TL;DR · Test Lead

The Test Lead joins a cross-functional team to develop mission-critical Cybersecurity Manager Applications for a rapidly growing product line. In this role, you will lead a test team to coordinate and execute the test approach while documenting system verification throughout the engineering development lifecycle. Daily responsibilities include generating system test work products, developing diagnostic programs, designing test fixtures, and creating specifications for new products. You will develop functional, environmental, operational, and performance tests for hardware, software, and systems across all phases of production. Required skills include Python script development, systems engineering concepts, requirement management, and team leadership experience. Preferred technical competencies include SNMP, REST APIs, ESXi, VM configuration, network troubleshooting, DOORS or Cameo, Public Key Infrastructure, and Wireshark protocol analysis. The role focuses on solving complex problems within the cybersecurity application domain.

What you'll do

  • Lead a test team to coordinate and execute the test approach throughout the engineering development lifecycle.
  • Document system verification processes for hardware, software, and integrated systems.
  • Generate system test work products using established standards, procedures, and tools.
  • Develop test and diagnostic programs while designing custom test fixtures and equipment.
  • Create specifications and procedures for new product testing and manufacturing.
  • Develop functional, environmental, operational, and performance tests for hardware and software components.
  • Implement cost-effective methods for troubleshooting systems across all phases of development.
  • Write Python scripts to support system testing and automation.

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, Technology, or Mathematics, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience.
  • 8+ years of job-related experience if holding a Bachelor's degree.
  • Python script development is required.
  • 5-8 years of experience leading and managing teams.
  • Working knowledge of systems engineering concepts, principles, and theories.
  • Experience in test procedure development, execution, system design, and requirement management.
  • Knowledge of SNMP, REST APIs, ESXi, OS platforms, VM configuration, or network troubleshooting (preferred).
  • Experience with DOORS, Cameo, Wireshark, or Public Key Infrastructure (preferred).

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