General Dynamics

Senior Engineering Support Specialist

General Dynamics • $86K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience (4 years).
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant job experience or a Master's degree.
  • Must possess Linux experience.
  • Subject Matter Expert (SME) in one discipline with developing knowledge in adjacent fields.
  • Strong skills in troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

  • Provide advanced engineering support for the Nosis and STRMS Programs.
  • Conduct research and data transfers, as well as troubleshooting and installations.
  • Perform engineering lab functions including layout, testing, and repairing software and systems.
  • Deliver direct support to fleet customers and field support teams using cloud technologies.
  • Impact proposal, design, and manufacturing processes for advanced software and cloud services systems.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Research-oriented work with award-winning teams.
  • Flexible schedules, including a 9/80 work schedule option.
  • Competitive benefits package, including 401k matching and paid parental leave.
  • Health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups.
Full Job Description
Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience). Requires an additional 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree.  Must have Linux experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of 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?

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Advanced Engineering Support Specialist supporting the Nosis and STRMS Programs. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports the knowledge, training, qualification, and proficiency of some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems.  Our employees work closely with esteemed fleet and government customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions around the world.

In our highly collaborative and global environment, you’ll provide lab, onboard, and distance support and services direct to our fleet customers and our own field support team with cloud technologies. Essentially, you’ll perform research, data transfers, troubleshooting, installations, and engineering laboratory functions involving the layout, building, testing, fielding, troubleshooting, and repairing of Nosis and Nosis Cloud software, devices, systems, and third-party applications.  Your will perform technical activities which impact the proposal, system level design, detail design and manufacture of advanced software and cloud services systems.

What you’ll experience:
  • Technologies that support the qualifications, training, proficiency, and communications for our fleet customers ensuring they are ready to perform at the highest level when duty calls.
  • A team of bold thinkers committed to providing direct support to our customers and exploring what’s next
  • Opportunities to grow and gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered
  • Some Travel Required
What you bring to the table:
  • 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.
  • Subject matter expert (SME) in one discipline/field and developing working knowledge in adjacent disciplines/fields
  • Proficient understanding and application of engineering principles, concepts, practices, and standards
What sets you apart:
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development who thrives in collaborative environments
  • Must be able to complete all requirements for DoD 8570 Certification within 6 months
  • Strong organizational, communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work effectively with end users to diagnose issues, communicate corrective actions, and report resolution status.
  • Use of and/or administration of the Nosis shipboard software is a plus
  • Linux Server Administration Experience
    • Linux + Certification or equivalent training and experience is a plus
  • Cloud Computing, Support, or Administration Experience
    • DevOps and containerized workload experience
    • Experience with Infrastructure as Code languages like, HashiCorp Terraform, Open Tofu, Ansible, or Cloud Formation
  • Amazon Web Services Credentials, or equivalent
  • Experience with database operations, for maintenance, routine upgrades, and security patching.
  • Able to perform application upgrades cloud-based environments for containerized workloads

Our Commitment to You:

  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more atgdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:This position is fully on-site or Flex. While on-site, you will be a part of either the Groton, CT or Manassas, VA facility.

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Salary NoteThis 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 RangeUSD $86,116.00 - USD $95,534.00 /Yr.

About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is involved in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat vehicles and systems, armaments, and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and mission-critical information systems and technologies. General Dynamics has four main business segments. Aerospace designs, develops, manufacturers and services a comprehensive offering of advanced business-jet aircraft. Combat Systems specializes in producing, supporting and sustaining land and expeditionary combat systems for the U.S. military and its allies. Marine Systems designs, builds and supports submarines and a variety of surface ships for the U.S. Navy and commercial customers. The Information Systems and Technology group offers a breadth and depth of technology and service capabilities that support a wide range of government and commercial needs, including systems integration expertise; hardware and software products; and engineering, management and support services.

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Join the dynamic team at General Dynamics, a leader in global defense, aerospace, and technology services. As a pivotal player in innovation and security, General Dynamics offers unparalleled job opportunities for professionals eager to advance their careers in a cutting-edge environment.

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At General Dynamics, we empower our employees to drive innovation and lead with integrity and excellence. With a commitment to professional growth and diversity, our team is at the forefront of developing solutions that make a difference in the world. Whether in engineering, cybersecurity, or project management, your work at General Dynamics will contribute to missions that matter.

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Size
103,100 employees
Market Cap
$67.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1952
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$37.9 billion
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