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General Dynamics Missions System International • Bloomington, Minnesota, United States
Salary: $100,153 - $105,631 / year
Role & seniority: Software Test Engineer, Airborne Systems (level not specified; requires 2+ years’ experience or Master’s with 6 months)
Stack / tools: C, C++, Python; Linux/RTOS; scripting; test planning; requirements analysis; test traceability
Develop and automate tests for complex airborne systems (computers, mission data displays, crypto/products, weapon-control interfaces)
Create clear test descriptions, procedures, and plans; ensure requirements-based system test coverage
Lead and document system-level/validation testing; establish requirements traceability; coordinate with hardware interfaces
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python; experience developing/automating tests for complex systems
Linux or RTOS experience; scripting and debugging in test environments
Experience with requirements analysis, test case design, and traceability
Strong requirements-based testing mindset; ability to map test cases to requirements and close coverage gaps
Test leadership experience; familiarity with hardware interfaces and hardware specifications
Collaborative, team-oriented mindset; ongoing professional development in system-level testing
On-site at GDMS Bloomington, MN
Work arrangement: potential 9/80 schedule option; fully on-site
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,
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 for Airborne Systems, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for airborne computers that process and display mission data in the cockpit, to crypto products for identifying friendly aircraft, and weapon control systems that enable the launch and control of precision guided weapons, we work to ensure the world's most advanced aircraft maintain air superiority and information dominance.
Experience in C, C++, and Python, particularly in developing or automating tests for complex systems. Operating Systems knowledge, with Linux or RTOS experience preferred, including scripting and debugging in test environments. Experience with performing requirements analysis to derive and verify testable requirements, contributing to comprehensive system test coverage. Experience writing clear and detailed test descriptions, procedures, and plans for requirements-based system testing.
Strong understanding of requirements-based testing, with a proven ability to analyze requirements and design comprehensive test cases and procedures to validate them. Experience in requirements traceability, ensuring that all system-level test cases are mapped to specific requirements and that no coverage gaps exist. Experience with test leadership, including planning, executing, and documenting system-level and validation testing activities. Willingness to work with hardware specifications and leverage hardware interfaces in the composition of comprehensive system-level test strategies. Creative thinker with a strong interest in participating in the system testing life cycle, including requirements analysis, test case design, execution, and defect resolution. Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success. 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 will be fully on-site. While on-site, you will be a part of the GDMS Bloomington (MN) facility.
Target salary range: USD $100,153.00/Yr. - USD $105,631.00/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!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans