General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc Hiring for Software Test Engineer Job at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Full Time

Responsibilities for this Position:

• Plans the technical approach, resources, schedule, budget and equipment required for testing and evaluating new systems, products and special devices
• Leads the test approach and document system verification throughout the engineering development lifecycle
• Generates system test work products by applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools
• Prepares test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products
• Leads the development and coordinates functional, environmental, operational, and/or performance tests on hardware, software, and systems
• Leads the design, development and implementation of cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting of hardware, software and systems for all phases of product development and manufacturing
• Leads and manage lower level employees
• Leads small technical proposals and contribute to medium sized proposals
• Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments
• Manages and ensures the successful completion of major programs and projects
• Works on advanced applications that may result in new business for the company
• Frequent, effective contact with staff of all levels across the company
• Serves as consultant to management and customers on projects and major initiatives
• Travel may be required
• Security clearance may be required
• Frequent contributions to the development of innovative principles and ideas
• Major contributor to the achievement of business objectives

• Must have Software Defined Radios (SDRs) experience/knowledge.
• Demonstrated use and understanding of test engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Excellent in Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with object oriented programming, system processes and scripting languages
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to think creatively
• Excellent in multi-tasking
• Highly skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
• Demonstrated awareness of business objectives and Engineering’s role in achieving
• Recognized internally and/or externally as a subject matter expert (SME) in multiple technical areas
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
• Demonstrated understanding and the ability to apply project leadership principles including cost performance, schedule milestones, earned value, cost account management, key performance measures and statistical process controls
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and shape major market opportunities

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