Test Engineer | Space Systems Test (Secret Clearance Required)

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📍 Scottsdale, AZ, USOTHER

About this role

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

 

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required 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

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

 

As an Test Engineer supporting the GPSR Space Systems Business you’ll be a member of or lead a of a cross functional team responsible for Module and System Testing of GPSR Space Systems.

 

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

 

  • Plan Test Readiness Reviews, staffing, environmental testing, and transitions between vibration, thermal-vacuum, and functional test activities.
  • Understand test procedures, automated scripts, post-processing tools, and test results.
  • Operate and troubleshoot RF test systems, GPS signal simulators, and supporting test equipment.
  • Understand system test equipment architecture, interfaces, power delivery, protection circuits, and instrumentation.
  • Review test data for unit-level changes and long-term trends across production lots.
  • Verify test equipment configuration, calibration status, and readiness before testing.

 

What sets you apart:  

  • Motivated to drive innovation around design for test architectures, assembly, component selection, and Special Test Equipment (STE) design
  • Research & Development experience including concept, design, modeling, prototyping, and testing
  • Collaborative team player committed to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

 

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 fully on-site.While on-site, you will be a part of the GD-MS Scottsdale, AZ Campus

This position requires a Secret Clearance at time of hire.

 

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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 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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