Advanced Manufacturing Test Engineer - ESS

Responsibilities for this Position

Advanced Manufacturing Test Engineer - ESS

ID: 2026-70180
USA-PA-Canonsburg
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 1/21/2026
Category: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after 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

The responsibility is career-defining. So is the opportunity. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we invent the technologies, products and services, that help our nations heroes keep our nation safe. The work is so advanced, our teams regularly redefine innovation and excellence for the world. If youre looking for a challenge, youve just found it.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.

As the Advanced Manufacturing Test Engineer , youll participate in the planning of technical approaches, resources, schedules, budgets and equipment required for the testing and evaluating of new systems, products and special devices. Utilizing your expert knowledge and understanding of test engineering concepts and principles, youll prepare test and diagnostic programs, design test fixtures and equipment, and complete specifications and procedures throughout the engineering development lifecycle.

What youll experience:

• Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelors degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficient knowledge and experience with object-oriented programming, system processes and scripting languages
• Openly proposes ideas that enhance productivity and efficiency, solicits input, and optimizes solutions

What sets you apart:

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
• Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Responsibilities:

This role will focus primarily on the Environment Stress Screening area work center.

• Develop and maintain test documentation
• Design and configure complex ESS test systems, including environmental chambers, vibration tables, power supplies, and data acquisition equipment
• Monitor test conditions and product responses, identify and investigate anomalies
• Maintain accurate records of test parameters, setups, and equipment usage
• Diagnose and resolve issues with test system hardware, including power delivery systems, signal interfaces, chamber controls, and instrumentation.
• Repair issues with environmental stress screening systems, including thermal chambers, vibration tables, power supplies, and data acquisition hardware
• Troubleshoot environmental control faults such as temperature instability, vibration irregularities, and airflow issues.
• Perform in-depth diagnosis on failing electronic assemblies down to the component level using schematics, test equipment, and manufacturer data sheets.
• Use oscilloscopes, multimeters, LCR meters, and logic analyzers to identify defective components (e.g., capacitors, resistors, ICs, connectors).
• Perform preventive maintenance per manufacturer guidelines to prevent unplanned downtime, including lubrication, cleaning, and part replacement.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors and calibration services when external support is required.
• Collect detailed failure data, including electrical measurements, thermal profiles, and vibration responses.
• Support root cause analysis and prepare formal documentation to meet customer reporting requirements.
• Recommend and implement improvements to setup efficiency, troubleshooting workflows, and test system reliability.
• Ensure all ESS operations comply with safety procedures, ESD protection requirements, and applicable test standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810, IPC, IEC).
• Maintain organized test equipment areas, cable management, and identify critical spares.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, calibration records, and service histories for audit readiness.

NOTE: This position is 100% on-site.

Salary 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 $105,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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