Space Force Tester in Scottsdale, Arizona at Mission Systems

Space Force Tester

ID: 2026-74418
US-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: Top Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 8/19/2026
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants selected may 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

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a Software Tester for the SDA GMI program, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our ground operational systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify issues and ensure our software meets the highest standards.

Preferred Skills and Experiences:

Testing and Quality Assurance:

• Proficiency in manual and automated testing methodologies
• Strong understanding of test case design, test execution, and defect management
• Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG)

Programming and Scripting:

• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Shell scripting
• Familiarity with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI)

DevOps and Continuous Integration:

• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and integration of automated tests
• Experience with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar

Security Testing:

• Knowledge of security testing methodologies and tools
• Familiarity with penetration testing and vulnerability assessment

Collaboration and Communication:

• Ability to work effectively with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficient in documenting test cases, test plans, and test results

Tools:

Test Management and Automation:

• Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Postman, SoapUI
• Jenkins, GitLab CI

Version Control and Collaboration:

• Git, Jira, Confluence

Security Testing:

• OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite

Monitoring and Logging:

• Splunk

What Sets You Apart:

• Proven ability to design and execute comprehensive test plans
• Expertise in identifying and troubleshooting software issues
• Collaborative team player with a keen eye for detail
• Up-to-date with the latest trends in software testing and quality assurance
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
• Solid knowledge in use and understanding of test engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Solid 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

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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 $105,814.00 - USD $117,387.00 /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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