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General Dynamics · 3 weeks ago

Tactical Radio Lead Integration & Test Engineer

positionUSA-AZ-Scottsdale
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date8+ years exp

General Dynamics Mission Systems is a leader in high technology solutions for defense and scientific arenas. The Lead Integration and Test Engineer for Tactical Communications will oversee the integration, verification, and validation of complex embedded systems, ensuring product quality and reliability through expert testing methodologies and Python programming.

AerospaceNational SecurityPublic Transportation
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Responsibilities

Lead a team of integration and test engineers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and direction
Develop and maintain the test strategy for embedded products
Architect test solutions that effectively validate system requirements
Establish best practices for test automation, continuous integration, and test reporting
Leading Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and internal testing assessments with key program stakeholders
Design comprehensive test plans that cover all aspects of product functionality
Develop automated test scripts using Python 3.9+ following GDMS coding standards
Implement robust verification and validation methodologies
Coordinate integration activities between hardware, firmware, and software teams
Establish integration procedures that ensure smooth component interaction
Support AGILE implementation
Create detailed test documentation including test plans, procedures, and reports
Maintain accurate records of test activities and results
Ability to develop ROMs in accordance with execution of requirements
Conduct Performance reviews per process

Qualification

Python programmingTest automation frameworksSystem integrationEmbedded systems testingContinuous integration/deploymentHardware/software integrationTest equipment experienceAnalytical skillsProfessional development commitmentProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsTeam player

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Technology or Mathematics field
8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience
Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance at time of hire
U.S. citizenship is required
Expert-level knowledge of testing methodologies
Python programming
System integration practices
Lead a team of integration and test engineers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and direction
Develop and maintain the test strategy for embedded products
Architect test solutions that effectively validate system requirements
Establish best practices for test automation, continuous integration, and test reporting
Leading Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and internal testing assessments with key program stakeholders
Design comprehensive test plans that cover all aspects of product functionality
Develop automated test scripts using Python 3.9+ following GDMS coding standards
Implement robust verification and validation methodologies
Coordinate integration activities between hardware, firmware, and software teams
Establish integration procedures that ensure smooth component interaction
Support AGILE implementation
Create detailed test documentation including test plans, procedures, and reports
Maintain accurate records of test activities and results
Ability to develop ROMs in accordance with execution of requirements
Conduct Performance reviews per process
Expert knowledge and experience with object-oriented programming, system processes and scripting languages, Python
Strong understanding of test automation frameworks and methodologies
Experience with hardware/software integration testing
Significant experience with test equipment (signal analyzer, signal generator, USRP)
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Outstanding communication skills for frequent contact with managers, project teams across the company and external customers and vendors

Preferred

Knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices
Familiarity with embedded systems development and testing
Experience with requirements management and traceability
Background in defense or aerospace industries
Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Recognized as a subject matter expert (SME) in multiple technical areas

Benefits

401k matching
Flex time off
Paid parental leave
Healthcare benefits
Health & wellness programs
Employee resource and social groups
And more

Company

General Dynamics

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General Dynamics is a defense industry contractor for shipbuilding, marine, combat and defense systems and, munitions.
dateFounded in 1899
location
Falls Church, Virginia, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.gd.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$84.9M
2010-09-10Grant· $30M
2009-12-30Grant· $33.6M
2009-08-05Grant· $21.3M

Leadership Team

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Lauren Bradshaw, SHRM-CP
Global Mobility Business Partner/ EAP
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Matthew Brandon, MSHR
Manager, Sr HR Business Partner
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