Senior RF and SATCOM Test Engineer

Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems
Location: Taunton
Posted on: May 11, 2022

Job Description:

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to obtain a 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

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you'll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind.

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Senior RF and Satellite Communications Systems HW/SW Test Engineer. - This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge SATCOM and RF technology that supports the Army's Warfighter Information Network (WIN-T). - General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

- - Performs/leads systems integration and test (verification) for RF and SATCOM systems
- - Performs large network testing of satellite modems and their associated software using a simulated satellite network.
- - Performs large network testing of satellite terminals and their associated software over a Ka or Ku band Geostationary Orbit (GEO), Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) or low earth orbit (LEO) satellite network.
Performs troubleshooting and testing for Transmission Subsystem (TSS) components and systems located in outdoor/indoor environments at General Dynamics and customer facilities.
Performs antenna/RF development for new systems, with input to system design improvements
- - Performs trade analysis and interface definition studies of RF subsystem or system elements
- - Evaluates systems, networks and information systems to ensure designs meet applicable governmental security specification
- - Keeps abreast of technology trends
- - Communicating status to engineering leads

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

- - Fully proficient use and understanding of SATCOM and RF technology and test methods

- - Fully proficient knowledge of other related disciplines

- - Fully proficient in Microsoft Office applications

- - Fully proficient written and verbal communications skills

- - Fully proficient ability in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
- - Proficiency with Agile processes is preferred
- - Strong use and understanding of test engineering concepts, principles, and theories
- - Strong knowledge of other related disciplines
- - Strong ability to clearly report information relevant to sound test engineering

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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!

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. -EOE/Disability/Veteran

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