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Space Force - Test Engineer (Secret Clearance Required)

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS)Scottsdale, AZFull-timeUSD $116,717.00 - USD $129,483.00 per year

As part of the Development Integration Test team in Scottsdale, the Space Force Integration Engineer helps evaluate new systems and specialized equipment throughout the engineering lifecycle. The position involves planning test resources and approaches, analyzing requirements, preparing procedures and diagnostic tools, and validating software and system integrations. The engineer will also design test fixtures, perform hands-on testing, investigate failures, and develop scripts to improve test automation. This opportunity suits an experienced test or integration professional with satellite and ground operations knowledge, strong Linux and programming skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative defense environment. U.S. citizenship and an active Department of Defense Secret clearance are required, with work performed fully on-site or in a hybrid arrangement requiring at least four days onsite.

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Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience, or master’s degree with 3+ yearsActive DoD Secret clearance and U.S. citizenshipExperience with system and software integration, verification, and test executionAt least 5 years supporting satellite and ground operations systemsObject-oriented programming and scripting experienceStrong Linux experience; 10+ years preferred
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Scottsdale campus develops advanced communications, cyber, and mission-critical electronics for defense and space programs.

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