General Dynamics Mission Systems
Quality Assurance Engineer
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
Basic Qualifications
Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering and/or related field or equivalent experience, plus 5 years of related experience or Master's degree and 3 years of related experience.Clearance Requirements:Department of Defense SECRET clearance 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 PositionGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Quality Assurance 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.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:Consults and collaborates with a team of IT professionals to set specifications for new applicationsCommunicates frequently with external customers and key stakeholders to analyze requirements, develop use cases, and provide end user supportLeads, plans, and executes projects, small initiativesDesigns creative prototypes according to specificationCreates test plans and test scriptsConducts functional and non-functional testingCoordinates and conducts user acceptance and regression testing on software and systemsTroubleshoots and debugs applicationsDocuments and reports issuesCreates and maintains end user documentation (User manuals, release notes)Performs other duties as directed
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Excellent understanding of business stakeholder requirements, gain a thorough understanding of their desired business outcomes, and how they translate in application featuresEvidence of ability act independently on tasks and wide-ranging initiativesIn-depth knowledge of software design and programming principlesIn-depth understanding of solutions development methodologies (e.g. DevOps, Agile, Software Development Lifecycle, etc.)In-depth knowledge of Agile process and principlesExperienced Scrum Product OwnerDemonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilityClear understanding of testing concepts, systems analysis, test/evaluation principlesExperience in Requirements Based Testing, Test and Evaluation, and Use Case Test developmentClear understanding of Microsoft Office applicationsOutstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skillsExcellent organizational and time management skillsTeam player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments#CJ3Company OverviewGeneral 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!General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran
Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering and/or related field or equivalent experience, plus 5 years of related experience or Master's degree and 3 years of related experience.Clearance Requirements:Department of Defense SECRET clearance 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 PositionGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Quality Assurance 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.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:Consults and collaborates with a team of IT professionals to set specifications for new applicationsCommunicates frequently with external customers and key stakeholders to analyze requirements, develop use cases, and provide end user supportLeads, plans, and executes projects, small initiativesDesigns creative prototypes according to specificationCreates test plans and test scriptsConducts functional and non-functional testingCoordinates and conducts user acceptance and regression testing on software and systemsTroubleshoots and debugs applicationsDocuments and reports issuesCreates and maintains end user documentation (User manuals, release notes)Performs other duties as directed
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Excellent understanding of business stakeholder requirements, gain a thorough understanding of their desired business outcomes, and how they translate in application featuresEvidence of ability act independently on tasks and wide-ranging initiativesIn-depth knowledge of software design and programming principlesIn-depth understanding of solutions development methodologies (e.g. DevOps, Agile, Software Development Lifecycle, etc.)In-depth knowledge of Agile process and principlesExperienced Scrum Product OwnerDemonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilityClear understanding of testing concepts, systems analysis, test/evaluation principlesExperience in Requirements Based Testing, Test and Evaluation, and Use Case Test developmentClear understanding of Microsoft Office applicationsOutstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skillsExcellent organizational and time management skillsTeam player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments#CJ3Company OverviewGeneral 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!General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran