Operational Readiness Test System Engineer

We are GDIT. As a trusted systems integrator for more than 50 years, General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) provides information technology (IT), cybersecurity, systems engineering, software development, training solutions and professional services to customers in the Navy and the broader Department of Defense.

GDIT is your place. You make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Operational Readiness Test System Engineer joining our team to support the Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS) activities.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Operational Readiness Test System Engineer supporting PEO IWS, you will be trusted to bring together a multi-disciplinary team that is geographically dispersed to provide engineering planning, design, integration, installation, and test of Aegis Combat Systems (ACS) onboard ships post-construction and during maintenance availabilities.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Receive and perform assignments involving the analysis, design, integration, testing, installation, operation, product support, and maintenance of the Operational Readiness Test System (ORTS) components to include peripheral, interfaced, and support systems.

• Ensure proper activation and operation of the ORTS within the hosting Aegis Weapon System (AWS) infrastructure including safety processes, diagnostic test procedure review, crew training and trials support, configuration and computer program operation and its interface with other elements.

• Provide expertise in support of ORTS configuration and operation supporting the testing and employment of the ACS.

• Identify, report, and resolve equipment and computer program issues with ORTS functionality, system equipment, system configuration and computer program.

• Work as a team member to complete customer deadlines which may have competing/shifting priorities; and Document test procedure discrepancies for future revision.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• BA/BS, 6+ yrs (or 10+ yrs)

• A US DoD Secret security clearance is required.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of the larger GDIT Navy and Marine Corps Sector.

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

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GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home 

• 401K with company match

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays