Contractor Software Integration & Test Engineer at Mission Systems – Scottsdale, Arizona

Contractor Software Integration & Test Engineer

ID: 2026-71283
US-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 3/6/2026
Category: Engineering-Software
Employment Type: Contract Labor
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months 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

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, Land & Air Systems, we invent the technologies, products and services, that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work is advanced and our teams regularly redefine innovation and excellence for the world. If you’re looking for a challenge, you’ve just found it.

As a Software Integration & Test Engineer for Tactical Communications, you'll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for providing rapid prototype mission critical solutions to our customer community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute software integration and test (I&T) on software defined hardware solutions
• Troubleshoot software bugs realized during I&T, working with hardware and software engineers to resolve
• Follow best practices for test automation, continuous integration, and test reporting
• Suppprt development of automated test scripts using Python 3.9+
• Coordinate integration activities between hardware, firmware, and software teams
• Support AGILE implementation
• Support configuration management documentation and processes to release and deliver software
• Maintain accurate records of test activities and results

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred,
• Knowledge and experience with object-oriented programming, and scripting languages, Python
• Experience with hardware/software integration testing
• Experience with test equipment (signal analyzer, signal generator, USRP)
• Willing to work in a fast-paced, rapid-prototype environment, adapting to immediate course correction as needed
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Outstanding communication skills for frequent contact with managers, project teams across the company and external customers and vendors

What sets you apart:

• Familiarity with sofware testing and debug
• Background in defense or aerospace industries
• 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

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site
While on-site, you will be a part of the Scottsdale, Arizona facility at GDMS Scottsdale, AZ Campus

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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 $95,384.00 - USD $105,817.00 /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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