{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f8798b293f541ee034648fd6","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f8798b293f541ee034648fd6","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f8798b293f541ee034648fd6","title":"Entry Level Test Engineer","description":"Basic Qualifications :\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nDesign, development, and implement cost-effective testing methods.\nGenerate technical engineering products using appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools.\nExecute test approaches and document system verification throughout the engineering development\nlifecycle.\n\nIsolate and document issues and defects.\nSetup and conduct functional, environmental, operational, and/or performance tests on hardware, software,\nand systems.\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:\n\nGood understanding of testing and troubleshooting methods for hardware, software, and systems.\nAbility to generate technical engineering products using appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and\ntools.\n\nGood proficiency in executing test approaches and documenting system verification.\nGood knowledge of functional, environmental, operational, and performance testing.\nGood problem-solving skills to isolate and document issues and defects.\nAbility to work effectively in a team environment and follow directions.\nGood understanding of Microsoft Office applications.\nEducation and Experience:\n\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field\nResponsibilities for this Position:\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred 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\n\nWhat sets you apart:\nA strong understanding of testing principles and methodologies, with a focus on requirements-based testing.\nAbility to analyze requirements and design comprehensive test cases to validate them.\nExperience with test automation and tools to improve software quality and reliability.\nCreative thinker with a collaborative mindset who thrives in team-oriented environments.\nAttention to detail and the ability to follow directions. When the directions are not clear, the courage to challenge the Lead Tester to clarify the directions.\nAbility to learn graphical user interfaces quickly.\nAbility to understand basic workflows and provide feedback.\nAbility to document reliable, optimized Test Steps for manual execution.\nUnderstanding of basic Linux commands and/ or a working knowledge of Linux.\nAbility to work comfortably in Microsoft Excel.\nExperience automating tests with Robot Framework a plus.\nExperience automating Linux system configuration verification with Ansible a plus.\nExperience in Java software development and Nginx a plus.\n\nOur Commitment to You:\nAn exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.\nResearch oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security\nFlexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)\nCompetitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more\nSee more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits\nWorkplace Options:\nThis position will be fully on-site. While on-site, you will be a part of the GDMS Manassas (VA) facility.\n\nTarget salary range: USD $56,889.00/Yr. - USD $96711.00/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.\nSalary Note: 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. Combined Salary Range: USD $56,889.00 - USD $96,711.00 /Yr. Company Overview:\nGeneral 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!\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans","company":"Generaldynamicsmissionsystems","rawCompany":"generaldynamicsmissionsystems","city":"Manassas","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T11:19:57.060Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1253.00","title":"Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers","slug":"software-quality-assurance-analysts-and-testers"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"541380","title":"Testing Laboratories and Services","slug":"testing-laboratories-and-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Entry Level Test Engineer","description":"Basic Qualifications :\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nDesign, development, and implement cost-effective testing methods.\nGenerate technical engineering products using appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools.\nExecute test approaches and document system verification throughout the engineering development\nlifecycle.\n\nIsolate and document issues and defects.\nSetup and conduct functional, environmental, operational, and/or performance tests on hardware, software,\nand systems.\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:\n\nGood understanding of testing and troubleshooting methods for hardware, software, and systems.\nAbility to generate technical engineering products using appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and\ntools.\n\nGood proficiency in executing test approaches and documenting system verification.\nGood knowledge of functional, environmental, operational, and performance testing.\nGood problem-solving skills to isolate and document issues and defects.\nAbility to work effectively in a team environment and follow directions.\nGood understanding of Microsoft Office applications.\nEducation and Experience:\n\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field\nResponsibilities for this Position:\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. 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