Become An Integration And Test Engineer

* Plans, implements, tests, documents, and maintains solutions for the integration and testing of in-house developed and COTS/GOTS components, elements, subsystems and/or systems.
* Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints.
* Establishes functional and technical specifications and standards, solves hardware/software interface problems, defines input/output parameters, and ensures integration of the entire system or subsystem.
* Reviews, evaluates and derives requirements for testability, develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for complete systems and/or subsystems.
* Coordinates subsystem and/or system testing activities with programs and other organizations.
* Performs analysis of test results and prepares comprehensive subsystem and/or system level evaluation reports which verify and validate system performance.
* Writes discrepancy reports and performs integration regression testing to verify/validate incorporated fixes to software, components, subsystems and systems.
* Position will include some travel to support integration and test activities
* Basic Qualifications
* BS EE or BS ECE degree from an accredited school

* Integration of various cellular modem software components (such as GSM, WCDMA, 1x/EVDO, LTE and RF) and generation of software builds
* Investigation of build failures and root cause analysis using build logs and code inspection
* Validation / sanity testing of software builds on mobile device prototypes in lab
* Initial on-target debug, log analysis and classification of failures and reporting of issues
* Collaboration with software development teams in order to find and fix software bugs
* Development of test scripts to verify new modem software features and enhance testing coverage
* Release of software to customers using version control tools and internal tools

* Do you want to be part of company that is developing leading edge technology? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can have an impact and support our nation's fundamental defense and intelligence services? Do you want to work among a talented and technically accomplished group of engineers?
* If you are interested in making an impact, then General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) is the place for you.
* GDMS has an opening for an Integration and Test Engineer to join a team of engineers that design and manufacture a range of high-assurance, ruggedized computer systems, including mission computers, platform computing, special-purpose supercomputers and signal processing systems.
* Key Responsibilities
* Integration and Test Engineers participate in programs to research, design, develop, integrate and test new systems prior to production and deployment.
* Responsibilities may include the following:
* Define testing processes and tools
* Derive and Manage Requirements
* Develop test plans, procedures and reports
* Write test scripts
* Develop emulation methodologies
* Investigate and resolve problem reports
* Integrate and test software and systems
* Present information to customers in a formal setting
* Additional Responsibilities
* Exercise creative thinking and ideation to advance our business performance.
* Deliver innovative, flexible, integrated solutions to meet customers changing business needs.
* Support and engage in programs, projects and practices behind the General Dynamics Mission Systems culture and strategy, and comply with all policies and procedures.
* Follow industry and department trends and developments to ensure General Dynamics Mission Systems services are consistent with, and/or superior to, industry best practices

* The key purpose of the position is
* to plan and perform Hardware in the Loop Test Development, Test Conduction,
* Test data reduction and Test Reporting using the Integrated Avionics Test
* Facilities (IATF) labs and emulators to verify the integrated avionics system
* for the Space Launch System (SLS) at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center.
* Provide services and support for
* the Avionics and Ground Systems Test Branch (ES53) for the Space Launch System
* SLS) program.
* This branch is responsible for maintenance, fabrication,
* integration, operation, assembly, and testing of project hardware and software.
* Provide test support to the Avionics and Ground Systems Test Branch for
* programs and projects.
* This support will be conducted within an existing
* operational Government owned and managed facility housed at MSFC.
* All task
* support shall comply with the Avionics and Ground Systems Test Branch
* Organizational Work Instructions (OWIs) and safety procedures.
* Personnel will
* be required to be active participants in MSFC’s safety program and
* International Standards Organization (ISO).
* Work processes are governed by
* Avionics and Ground Systems Test Branch OWIs.
* Personnel will be required to
* stay up-to-date on all required training, abide by branch Job Hazard Analyses
* JHAs) and attend branch safety meetings.
* This is a senior level position
* that requires broad technical capability to perform test development, test
* conduction, data reduction and test reporting of real-time HWIL systems, as
* well as good project management skills to define and plan the activities.
* Tracking and reporting progress and timely completion of milestones is
* essential.
* Problem solving and troubleshooting, including hands-on use of test
* equipment will be required.
* Develop and Execute Simulation based Tests.
* Provide
* engineering/scientist support to augment a team of Government engineers.
* Participate in defining verification/validationinformation such as Detailed Verification Objectives and success criteriafor both Hardware and Software.
* Develop test scripts via a scripting language such asPython and C.
* Write technical documents including test plans,procedures and reports to address verification requirements.
* Review program/project documents and provide relevantcomments from a Hardware/Software test perspective.
* Develop and use data reduction and manipulation tools.
* Develop and perform test procedures, including pre-testsetups such as instrumentation, data acquisition, softwareloading/configuration and post-test activities such as data archiving anddata analysis.
* Assist in producing integrated schedules, managementreports and budget reports.
* Produce, archive, and distribute test data asappropriate to support verification closure.
* Evaluate test data to correlate with test findings andinvestigate potential anomalies.
* Participate in or conduct meetings in support of theabove activities.
* These activities will be
* on-going as the launch vehicle architecture matures and the SLS program
* completes program phases, reviews and schedule milestones.
* A degree in Electrical
* Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field from an ABET
* accredited institution is required.
* Typically, educational requirements
* are the equivalent of a Ph.D. with a minimum 12 years of experience; Masters
* with at least 15 years of experience, or a BS with at least 20 years of experience.
* Minimum 5 years of experience using simulation in HWIL systems testing.
* Demonstrated expertise in:
* Analysis of Requirements and Detailed VerificationObjectives for Testability and Test Development
* Development of optimized Hardware and Software testplans and procedures
* Troubleshooting and testing in support of distributedcomputing and simulation of launch vehicle and spacecraft systems
* Expertise in data reduction and data analyses
* Ability to work as part of a team or as an individualcontributor
* Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Officeproducts including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
* Ability to perform hands-on integration andtroubleshooting support, including proficiency with basic lab hardware andsoftware diagnostic tools.
* Travel may be required
* expected to be no more than 5%.
* Essential Functions
* Work Environment
* Office environment.
* Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%).
* Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%).
* Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%).
* Physical Requirements
* Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%).
* Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%).
* Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and Jacobs facilities (10%).
* Equipment and Machines
* Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
* Attendance
* Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday.
* Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job.
* Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
* Other Essential Functions
* The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%).
* Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
* Proof of U
* S. Citizenship is required

* Understanding of System Performance Requirements and Requirements Management Tools, e.g.
* IBM Rational DOORS
* Setup, operation, and automated (scripted) control of RF Test Equipment (oscilloscopes, signal and spectrum analyzers, signal generators, amplifiers, meters, and antennas)
* Special test equipment design, development, and use
* Test planning, test procedure development and execution
* Unit, Software, and System-level modeling (in MATLAB)
* Test script development (Tcl, Python)
* Understanding of electrical interfaces and protocols and Interface Control Documents
* Understanding of Configuration Management and Configuration Management Tools, e.g.
* IBM Rational ClearCase
* Communicates with internal and external customers and team members to report test results, resolve issues, and determine future improvements and corrections