Test Engineer

Responsibilities for this Position

Test Engineer

ID: 2026-74398
US-MA-Pittsfield
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 8/19/2026
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: College
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable amount of time after 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

Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. Thats the opportunity thats waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nations heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. Its an amazing challenge. And its waiting for you now.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.

Working successfully within a team, the Test Engineer will execute the test approach and document system verification throughout the engineering development lifecycle. This will entail assisting in the following areas:

• Generation of system test work products by applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools
• Development of test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products
• Development of functional, environmental, operational, and/or performance tests on hardware, software, and systems
• Design, development and implementation of cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting of hardware, software and systems for all phases of product development and manufacturing

What youll experience:

• Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to the quality of the products we deliver to our customer and a drive to overcome challenges and achieve success
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered

What you bring to the table:

• Test program experience including planning, approach, development, review, execution, and close out activities
• Dedication to finding the best engineering solutions with a commitment to process and quality
• Openly contributes to the development of new theories and methods to enhance productivity and efficiency, solicits input, and optimizes solutions
• Outstanding communication skills for frequent contact with managers, project teams across the company and external customers and vendors

What sets you apart:

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
• Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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 $72,818.00 - USD $80,782.00 /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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