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General Dynamics Missions System International • Bloomington, Minnesota, United States
Salary: USD 97,664–103,000 per year
Role & seniority: Software Test Engineer, mid-level (2+ years experience or Master’s + 6 months)
Stack/tools: C/C++ and Python; Linux (scripting, debugging); embedded software, HW/SW integration; RTOS; requirements-based testing; test descriptions/procedures/plans; traceability
Develop and execute a comprehensive test strategy with automation to verify customer requirements
Analyze requirements to derive verifiable test cases and ensure end-to-end coverage
Write and maintain test descriptions, procedures, reports; ensure traceability from requirements to tests
Bachelor’s in Software Engineering or related field; 2+ years’ experience (or Master’s + 6 months)
Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship
Agile experience preferred
Strong proficiency in C/C++, Python; Linux scripting/debugging
Experience with requirements analysis, test case design, system-level testing, and traceability
DO-178 compliant software lifecycle experience (system-level verification/validation)
Embedded software, hardware interfaces, RTOS, and HW/SW integration testing
Collaborative, creative problem-solving mindset and continued professional development
Location & work type: On-site at General Dynamics Mission Systems, Bloomington, MN; fully on-site; flexible 9/80 options available; salary target $97,664–$103,000/year
Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred,
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a 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
As a software test engineer, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for develop a comprehensive test strategy utillizing automation to verify compliance with customer requirements.
Strong experience with C/C++ and Python, particularly in developing or automating tests for complex systems. Strong experience with Linux, including scripting and debugging in test environments. Proven ability to perform requirements analysis to derive and verify testable requirements, ensuring comprehensive system test coverage. Experience writing clear and detailed test descriptions, procedures, and plans for requirements-based system testing. Familiarity with system-level testing methodologies, with a focus on validating end-to-end functionality against requirements.
A requirements-based testing mindset, with a proven ability to analyze requirements and design comprehensive test cases and procedures to validate them. Expertise in requirements traceability, ensuring that all system-level test cases are mapped to specific requirements and that no coverage gaps exist. Demonstrated ability to write and execute test descriptions, test procedures, and test reports, ensuring alignment with project objectives and system-level requirements. Solid background in system-level validation and testing, particularly in embedded software, Linux, RTOS, and HW/SW integration environments. Familiarity with DO-178 compliant software engineering life-cycle experience is a plus, particularly in system-level verification and validation activities. Willingness to work with hardware specifications and leverage hardware interfaces in the composition of comprehensive system-level test strategies. Expertise in applying technology and technical skills to design and execute creative system-level test solutions that improve software quality and reliability. Creative thinker with demonstrated success in requirements analysis, test case design, test execution and defect resolution. Strong ability to collaborate with developers, ensuring requirements are clear and testable while complementing unit and integration testing efforts. Collaborative team player eager to learn. Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others, with a focus on advancing system-level and requirements-based testing practices.
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
This position is fully on-site.
While on-site, you will be a part of th e GDMS Bloomington (MN) community
Target salary range: USD $97,664.00/Yr. - USD $103,000.00/Yr. 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.
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!
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