Test Engineer at General Dynamics Mission Systems in Minnesota
- Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems
- Location: Minnesota
- Posted: Sep 17, 2026
- Type: Full Time
- Experience: 2+ years
Overview
Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That’s the opportunity that’s waiting for yo…
Job description
- Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
- A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
- Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered
Responsibilities
- Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That’s the opportunity that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. It’s an amazing challenge. And it’s 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 Senior 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
- You will be supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs for Manufacturing
- You will be in charge of Design for Manufacturing Test
- Setting up test equipment
- Improving test yield
- Repairing test equipment
- Setting up troubleshooting tools for the technicians
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 months of relevant experience.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree. Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, preferred.
- Solid knowledge in use and understanding of test engineering concepts, principles, and theories
- Solid knowledge and experience with object-oriented programming, system processes and scripting languages
- Openly proposes ideas that enhance productivity and efficiency, solicits input, and optimizes solutions
- 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
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
Skills
Required
- Object-oriented programming
- System processes
- Scripting languages
About General Dynamics Mission Systems
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!