Jaclyn Barnsley
General Dynamics Mission Systems
North Stonington,CT
Overview
Senior Software Test Engineer with extensive experience in software testing and system maintenance. Known for improving testing processes and facilitating effective cross-functional collaboration. Dedicated to driving continuous improvement in software development. Complex problem-solver with analytical and driven mindset. Dedicated to achieving demanding development objectives according to tight schedules while producing impeccable code.
12+
Years of experience
Work History
12.2025 - Current11 Months
Senior Software Test Engineer
General Dynamics Mission Systems | Groton, CT
- Provided technical support using knowledge of complex technology to solve problems and support new projects.
- Conducted regression testing, analyzed results, and submitted observations to development team.
- Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
- Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
12.2022 - 12.20253 Years
Software Engineer II
General Dynamics Mission Systems | Groton, USA
- Spearhead comprehensive Software Testing initiatives, elevating test coverage and reliability for Groton Office.
- Engage collaboratively with the software testing team based on the West Coast.
- Design and conduct Jira Xray tests
- Deploy and assess all new versions of qualification tracking software used by US Navy
- Proactively maintain classified virtual machines in the lab to ensure currency.
04.2019 - 12.20223 Years 8 Months
Software Engineer I
Progeny Systems Corporation | Groton, USA
- Multitask software testing on several different virtual systems simultaneously.
- Report software bugs to developers on Jira.
- Compose technical documents for testing and installation.
- Coach and review performance of new hires and government testers.
- Utilize Selenium for automated testing.
01.2019 - 04.20193 Months
Engineering Support 4-Intern
Progeny Systems Corporation
- Debug Java code, XML and PowerShell scripting.
- Write technical documentation for new software.
- Finalize testing for new version releases.
- Organize test data in Excel workbooks.
10.2014 - 04.20183 Years 6 Months
Website Content Manager
Local Business | New London, USA
- Managed content updates to ensure accuracy and relevance across web platforms.
- Developed engaging website content to enhance local business visibility.
- Increased weekly website traffic from 150-page views to 600-page views
Education
MS | Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University | Manchester, NH | 12.2018
Southern New Hampshire University - Manchester, NH
12.2018
GPA: 4.0
BA | Communication Sciences
University of Connecticut | Storrs, CT | 05.2006
University of Connecticut - Storrs, CT
05.2006
Certifications:
Security + Certification | CompTIA | 09-2023
Security + Certification - CompTIA
09-2023
Skills
Timeline
Senior Software Test Engineer
General Dynamics Mission Systems
12.2025 - CurrentRead more
Software Engineer II
General Dynamics Mission Systems
12.2022 - 12.2025Read more
Software Engineer I
Progeny Systems Corporation
04.2019 - 12.2022Read more
Engineering Support 4-Intern
Progeny Systems Corporation
01.2019 - 04.2019Read more
Website Content Manager
Local Business
10.2014 - 04.2018Read more
Southern New Hampshire University - MS, Information Technology
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University of Connecticut - BA, Communication Sciences
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Security + Certification - Certifications:,
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