About this role
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience, plus 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after 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, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of what’s possible. Here you’ll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?
Position Summary
The successful candidate will support the production of guidance systems by maintaining and calibrating specialized test stations and equipment, coordinating equipment and parts availability, and maintaining accurate technical documentation. This role works closely with Systems Engineering, Navy Supply, and multiple on-site external partners to sustain equipment readiness, resolve technical issues, and support continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance and calibration of specialized test stations and equipment required for guidance system production.
- Manage property accountability and maintain accurate equipment records.
- Maintain the preventive maintenance database, including maintenance schedules, completed activities, and equipment status.
- Coordinate logistics to ensure the availability of parts, spares, and supplies needed for maintenance and production support.
- Maintain technical documentation and update drawings to reflect approved equipment and configuration changes.
- Track equipment defects and generate, maintain, and manage Trouble and Failure Reports through resolution.
- Coordinate with Navy Supply regarding government-furnished equipment.
- Procure commercial off-the-shelf equipment to meet needs not fulfilled through government-furnished equipment.
- Support equipment troubleshooting and issue resolution in collaboration with Systems Engineering.
- Support internal policies and procedures, participate in working groups, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide on-site support and coordination for multiple external partners.
What you’ll experience:
- Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
- A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
- Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered
What you bring to the table:
- A Bachelor’s of Science or Technology degree, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
- Demonstrate narrowly focused in-depth technical level of practical operational process knowledge in a specific engineering area
- Demonstrate technical competence in the setup, monitoring and documentation of experiments and/or lab equipment
What sets you apart:
- Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
## 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 $82,015.00 - USD $88,743.00 /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