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About the role
Company Overview General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Test Engineering Specialist to support test activities for solid rocket motor development, qualification, and production programs within a defense environment. Key responsibilities include developing detailed test plans, procedures, and instrumentation setups; overseeing hardware readiness; managing test fixtures, pressure systems, and test stand integration; The specialist leads real‑time test execution, including monitoring performance parameters, diagnosing anomalies, and ensuring safe conduct of all operations in a high‑hazard environment. Impact of the Role
General Profile
Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines
Solves complex problems
Works independently, receives minimal guidance
May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
Essential Functions
Applies standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products, components, or assemblies.
Analyzes, develops and evaluates systems.
Improves and maintains current systems or creates brand new projects.
Designs and drafts blueprints, visits systems in the field and manages projects.
Applies engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignment.
Required Qualifications
Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
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Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
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Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Critical thinking. Analytical thinking. Problem solving skills. Mathematic skills. Computer skills. Technical expertise.
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Physical Requirements
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Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
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Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
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May need to stand for long periods of time.
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Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
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This position is Safety-Sensitive.
Travel Requirements Up to 25% travel likely.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
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