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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 22 hours ago

System Test Engineer

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$81K/yr - $142K/yr

4+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking an experienced engineer to join the Software Performance Testing group, responsible for executing Systems Integration Lab testing and collaborating with software developers to resolve engineering problems.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Quickly learn the principles of General Atomics products as well as software progression from development, unit testing, integration and regression testing

Perform test activities under minimal supervision. Determine and develop various approaches to evaluate system features and describe observations

Provide hands on troubleshooting and problem-solving support during all phases of test with an emphasis on identifying, analyzing, and troubleshooting complex test and integration issues utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles

Collaborate with software developers and engineering leads. Assist software engineers with test setup, and foster system knowledge sharing

Adhere to development processes using established methods and tools

Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information

Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company

Perform other duties as assigned or required

Qualification

Software Development ConceptsDoD Security ClearanceWindows Operating SystemsLinux Operating SystemsNetworking ArchitectureCommunication SkillsDocumentation SkillsPresentation SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education

Must have a general understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory; experience understanding a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties

Must have a working knowledge of both windows based and Linux based operating systems, along with a general understanding of networking architecture and concepts

Must possess the ability to quickly learn new software applications and engineering tools

Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently or as part of a team

Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required

Preferred

Previous expertise and working knowledge of the National Airspace System and UAS operating rules and regulations or prior civil / military flight experience desired