Deputy Test Lead

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: 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

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Deputy Test Lead to support system and software verification efforts for the Undersea Warfare Decision Support System (USW-DSS) program. The Deputy Test Lead will work under the Program Test Lead and be responsible for executing the test strategy, supporting verification across the engineering lifecycle, and helping coordinate test activities. This is a hybrid role that blends hands-on testing, planning support, and operational system understanding.

What you'll experience:

Join a team working with technologies that are not only cutting-edge-but often classified. You'll collaborate with bold, forward-thinking professionals who are driven to push boundaries and explore what's next. This is a unique opportunity to continuously expand your knowledge and skills as new innovations emerge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning test activities and breaking down tasks within the broader test plan
  
• Execute test procedures and approaches based on system and user requirements
  
• Support test activities across functional, performance, and environmental domains
  
• Develop or assist with test documentation including procedures, cases, and reports
  
• Manage test environments, simulators, stimulators, and test data
  
• Perform requirements traceability, mapping, and defect documentation
  
• Identify and isolate defects, support triage, and verify fixes using Jira
  
• Help design cost-effective test methods and troubleshoot system-level issues
  
• Interface with development, integration, and stakeholder teams across the product lifecycle
  
• Assist in continuous improvement of testing processes, tools, and standards
  
• Stay current with technology trends and support innovation within the test team
  
• Participate in technical exchanges, provide SME-level insight, and promote cross-team collaboration
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior U.S. Navy service as a Sonar Technician (STG) or Operations Specialist (OS)
  
• Direct experience with Theater-level USW operations and USWDSS strongly preferred
  
• Familiarity with system testing across software and hardware domains
  
• Experience writing and executing detailed test procedures and diagnostic scripts
  
• Proficiency working in Linux-based environments (e.g., file systems, command line, log review)
  
• Strong technical communication skills-able to clearly document and present findings
  
• Experience with Atlassian Jira and Confluence for defect tracking and documentation
  
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and collaborative tools
  
• Interest in becoming a subject matter expert (SME) for the system under test
  
• Ability to work independently, follow guidance, and contribute to overall team success
  

Desirable (but not required):

• Exposure to system design or feasibility analysis
  
• Familiarity with object-oriented concepts, scripting languages, or basic coding
  
• Experience in Agile or iterative development environments
  
• Understanding of the full engineering lifecycle from requirements to verification
  

Our Commitment to You:

• 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

Workplace Options:
This position is on-site, with hybrid/flex option in our Manassas VA office.

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Target salary range: USD $87,324.00/Yr. - USD $96,875.00/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