Senior Systems and Test Integration Engineer

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.  

 

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a Systems Integration and Test Engineer for the General Dynamics Space Avionics and Payloads team, you’ll be a key element of the integration and test team responsible for module and unit level testing space flight payload assemblies that support critical missions and national security. You will also work directly with other engineering disciplines, manufacturing, quality, and program management in a cross-functional environment. A highly qualified candidate will have direct Integration and Test experience with hi-reliability space payloads and/or vehicles.

 

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

• Integration and Test of space flight hardware
• Experience with Automated Testing Environments or Special Test Equipment
• Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems, specially Win11, RHEL, and Ubuntu
• Experience with RF Test equipment to include both vector and analog signal generators, arbitrary waveform generators, digital delay generators, spectrum analyzers, signal analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, power supplies, and oscilloscopes.
• Experience with RF frequency ranges from DC to 40GHz, but up to V band preferred.
• Experience with failure review board processes, Failure Reporting and Corrective Action systems relevant to electronic systems for space
• Experience with SRR/PDR/CDR/TRR/PSA evolution

Some of the key tasks for this position include:

• Manage to schedule commitments and need dates by driving daily and weekly execution of test teams.
• Direct and prioritize resources for optimal test flows
• Establish benchmarks for repeated operations and track performance improvements driving down cost of test
• Proactively assess maintenance needs for Special Test Equipment and other customer owned test assets to ensure continuous flow of hardware; help establish long term maintenance plan and support customer budget planning for long term On Orbit Sustainment
• Identify and develop subject matter expertise across payloads

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the integration and test life cycle
• Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and influence management skills, with notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideas
• Experienced in the art of negotiation with ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to interface with program management and customers
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:This position is Onsite.While on-site, you will be a part of the Engineering Team located in Scottsdale, Arizona.

 

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $112,924.00 - USD $125,275.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to