Test Engineer Intern

Basic Qualifications

Candidates should demonstrate a thorough understanding of engineering technology.  Engineering Interns must be enrolled in an accredited degree program in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline with a preference for a standing of a sophomore or higher.  

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

As a Test Engineering Intern for Space, Cyber and Intelligence Systems (SC&I), you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for building software and platforms that support our customer’s most important missions in the Space and Intelligence domains.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

Apply your classroom-learned skills to a program supporting the defense of our country. GDMS has an immediate opening for a Test Engineering Intern to join our team. The position provides an opportunity to work on projects that support some of our nation’s fundamental defense services. GDMS employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

The selected candidate will work with collaborative teams on various technical projects associated with our core mission. In addition to receiving a competitive wage, the Engineering Intern will enhance their skill set by working among a talented and technically accomplished group of colleagues. Interns will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

• Design, build, test, deploy, and improve software services and platforms within a cross-functional agile team
• Ensure software quality is built in early and is testable
• Develop and participate in the QA/test approach, methodology, and process
• Implement, execute and troubleshoot automated tests
• Test applications through automated and manual back-end functions as well as through UIs
• Research, learn, communicate, and apply new technologies/tools to solve unique customer domain challenges

What sets you apart:  

Check out who we are and what we do here.

In this role, you will be responsible for the testing of software and systems products in a UNIX, Linux and/or Windows-based workstation environment.

This role will offer you the opportunity to:

• Integrate as a member of a test team and complete assigned tasks, that will nurture and expand your technical skills
• Learn systems in order to update information
• Populate repositories with targeted data
• Research and document various data processes
• Abide by all security and safety procedures outlined by the company

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Knowledge of test methodologies, writing test plans, creating test cases and debugging
• Test Automation using Playwright, Pytest, Selenium, Test Complete, Cucumber, Apache JMeter or similar tools
• Languages: Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, HTML, CSS, Ansible
• Frameworks: Spring Boot, React/Redux
• Tools: Gradle, NodeJS, RHOSP/AWS/Azure
• Comfortable working with IDEs (VSCode, IntelliJ, etc.)
• Experienced with various Server Frameworks, DOM, and Java Web App Platform (Tomcat)
• Adept with Microsoft Office - especially Excel, Power-Point, and Word
• Comfortable working with Windows 10, 11, and Linux

RELATED COURSES

• Data Structures, Algorithms & Complexity
• Object-Oriented Programming in Java
• Database Management Systems
• Advanced Programming
• Operating Systems
• Computer Architecture
• Software Engineering

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Target salary range: USD $20.05/Yr. - USD $31.60/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.

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

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