Advanced EQT Test Engineer

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science 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 Secret security clearance is preferred at time 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

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Advanced EQT Test Engineer. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation's core defense/intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

Duties and Tasks:

• Leads on-site test execution for Environmental Qualification Testing (EQT) of submarine equipment
• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical product issues as they arise during the course of testing
• Understands and applies applicable military standards related to submarine environmental qualification
• Provides EQT subject matter expertise to programs with testing needs
• Generates EQT test plans and procedures
• Coordinates scheduling of test events with commercial and government test facilities
• Maintains detailed logbook notes during test events
• Maintains constant lines of communication with program team on testing progress and status
• Reviews test reports generated by test facilities
• Frequent contact with project teams across the company
• Frequent contact with test facility teams
• Frequent contact with Navy customers and technical warrant holders
• Travel required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of testing standards associated with electrical and mechanical EQT
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
• Strong ability to clearly report information relevant to sound test engineering
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and
  exceeding personal and team commitments
• Strong ability to apply methodical approach to troubleshooting failures discovered during testing

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-benefits

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 $108,416.00 - USD $120,274.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000 top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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