Senior Lead Test

About the Role  

The Senior Lead Test role is responsible for overseeing multiple Developmental and Operational Test Programs and Projects at the USG Test Sites. Fully autonomous with decision making responsibilities. Direct contact with USG Senior Officers, Test Directors, and PM Representatives.

Also a key member of the Vehicle Program Integrated Product Teams (IPT). Holds a Leadership role with subordinates on multiple Test Programs and locations, responsible for setting test schedules and directing test activities. Is a master of GDLS Engineering Principles including software, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fire control, and software. Field level management of design, development, and manufacturing of our LegecyTracked Product Lines. This position is the Senior Level for Field Test, comprising of 100% in office/field.  

About GDLS: 

We Serve Those Who Protect What Matters.

At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology. From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world. That’s why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades. We deliver the power to win. Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges.

 Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let’s shape the future of General Dynamic

Responsibilities to Anticipate for the Role

The Senior Lead Test works directly with the customer, Reliability and Engineering to define, document, analyze, perform, and interpret test for our Tracked Vehicles Line of Business Programs products, systems, components, engineering change orders, and modifications. Identifies functional problems and recommends solutions. Analyzes test cases and provides continuous feedback to influence design and development of our products.  Must be the Subject Matter Expert (SME) with Systems Engineering, Field Test, and integration concepts, practices, and procedures.    

Additionally SME with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and fire control systems. Relies on extensive experience and judgment relating to performance of Tracked Military Vehicles to plan and support aggressive test schedules. The Senior Lead performs a variety of tasks to include providing overarching supervision or direct support for extensive diagnostic troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems to include software functionality. Will lead and direct the work of soldiers, testers, engineers & mechanics. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.    

The Senior Lead Test is in direct contact with the customer and is an integral member of the Program Integrated Product Team (IPT) and is expected to influence decisions associated with design, development, and testing of our products. Our Senior Lead Test is the face of the company and will be relied upon to guide/facilitate our Customer decisions and support the growth of future business.  

Minimum Qualifications 

Must have excellent Customer Service skills.   

• Fifteen plus years of Field/Test experience preferred over a Bachelors degree
• Must have 15 plus years of experience with GDLS tracked/wheeled product lines operating/maintaining military tracked vehicles. A vehicle maintenance background is preferred.
• Must have 15 plus years of USG Developmental/Operational test experience and/or a combination of military experience and USG Test experience.
• Will be in direct contact with our Customer daily with excellent customer service skills.
• Must be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in all aspects of GDLS Engineering principles.
• Exceptional with making decisions on-the-fly and be able to negotiate as a representative of the company.
• Work directly with GDLS Program Office, Engineering, and Reliability throughout the design, development, test, and fielding of our product lines.
• Ability to lead a team of subordinates on multiple programs/projects.
• Must be able to lead/guide the activities of others.
• Provide subject matter expertise support and training to fielding team and USG testers as required.
• Perform Field Diagnostics of faults and initiate Root Cause Corrective Analysis/Failure Analysis.
• Must be able to operate with minimal supervision.
• Must possess the ability to influence and negotiate issues with USG customers to generate new business.
• Must be able to troubleshoot systemic performance issues for automotive and weapons systems and recommend viable solutions for the customer.
• Must willing to be a mentor to subordinates.

 What We Offer 

• We offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you
• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending on day 1
• Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits
• 401k match up to (6% with no vesting period)
• Educational assistance
• 9-80 work schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)
• On-going learning opportunities rewarding work environment

 Additional Information / Desired Experience 

• This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance.  (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• The candidate will need to have strong written and oral communication skills. 
• Able to work overtime when required
• Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position.
• Ability to travel (mostly domestic, some international) up to 20-30%

 GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.