Software Test Engineer

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT seeks a Software Test Engineer to support Navy programs. The role involves validating and verifying software for submarines, working with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the software meets requirements.

You will develop and execute build procedures, document results, and participate in lab testing and occasional on-site verification. A Bachelor's degree, 2+ years PM experience, and a Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of project management or planning experience.
• Active Secret security clearance is required.
• Preferred: Navy/DoD contractor experience; ISO 9000, AS-9001, CMMI, ESD familiarity; Lean Six Sigma knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing software build procedures
• Documenting software programming results and supporting test readiness reviews
• Collaborating with software developers, systems engineers, and other subject matter experts to evaluate changes and identify defects
• Supporting lab-based testing efforts and occasional onboard support for software installation and verification
• Ensuring traceability between requirements, test activities, and delivered software capabilities
• Contributing to continuous improvement of processes, tools, and procedures
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently while supporting a team
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and priorities effectively
• Willingness and ability to execute written and verbal communications with stakeholders, and internal/external customers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with technical documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Willingness to proactively engage technical experts and cross-functional teams
• Ability to independently seek information needed to resolve issues or make decisions

Skills

Project management experience

Planning experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Linux OS

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Software Test Engineer

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-20451

Type: Full-Time

# of Openings: 2

Category: Engineering

EB Groton Shipyard

Overview

Electric Boat Corporation is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as an Test Engineer in support of Navy programs in Groton and New London, CT.

Tactical Software Engineering is responsible for applying innovative submarine computer software and technologies used onboard submarines for shipboard equipment operation and control. Our teams design, develop, integrate, and test EB proprietary products that support the United States Navy Nuclear Submarine Fleet.

This Test engineering role works to ensure delivered software meets all functional, performance, and reliability requirements. Test engineers support verification, validation, integration, and readiness activities for tactical and support system software. The team ensures that all software changes are rigorously evaluated, documented, and tested before release to the fleet.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing software build procedures
• Documenting software programming results and supporting test readiness reviews
• Collaborating with software developers, systems engineers, and other subject matter experts to evaluate changes and identify defects
• Supporting lab-based testing efforts and occasional onboard support for software installation and verification
• Ensuring traceability between requirements, test activities, and delivered software capabilities
• Contributing to continuous improvement of processes, tools, and procedures

The role may require occasional travel to support submarine-related sites. Some work from home flexibility is available, though weekly onsite participation is required.

This position involves onsite lab work at either our Groton or New London locations. A successful candidate must be comfortable following established procedures, working hands on with tactical hardware, and on rare occasions conducting onboard verification activities on submarines. Candidates must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently while supporting a team
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and priorities effectively
• Willingness and ability to execute written and verbal communications with stakeholders, and internal/external customers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with technical documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Willingness to proactively engage technical experts and cross-functional teams
• Ability to independently seek information needed to resolve issues or make decisions

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelors degree or similar/equivalent work experience
• 2+ years of project management or planning experience
• Active Secret security cleance is required

Preferred:

• US Navy, DoD contractor, or similar complexity experience.
• Experience within military hardware, software, documentation, and drawings.
• Experience with ISO 9000, AS-9001, CMMI, and ESD programs is desirable.
• Execution and implementation of Process Improvement / Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Familiarity with Linux OS

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General Dynamics Electric Boat is a recognized leader in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the United States Navy.