General Dynamics

Senior Engineering Technician

General Dynamics$77K — $84K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent experience required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience needed.
  • Must have Department of Defense Secret security clearance at time of hire.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen due to the nature of work.
  • Experience with 11m Rigid-hull Inflatable Boats (RHIB) preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Perform corrective, emergent, and preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Lead pre-embark staging and manage movements of mission modules.
  • Provide fly-away and distance logistic engineering support.
  • Install and test Mission Package Application Software (MPAS).
  • Support complex equipment operations and modifications.
  • Guide engineering teams and assist with material and equipment setups.
  • Use specialized tools and equipment for testing and adjustments.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
  • Work on research-oriented projects within award-winning teams.
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401k matching.
  • Paid parental leave and healthcare benefits.
Full Job Description
Basic Qualifications

Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant 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

LCS General Mission Module Maintenance Technician at Port Hueneme, CA Naval Base

This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation's core defense/intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions. The LCS General Mission Module Maintenance Technician will engage in Maintenance, Mission Module Movements/Embarks and Debarks, Pre-embark Staging, Maintenance Planning, Fly-Away/Distance Support and Logistic Engineering Support. The candidate will perform a variety of duties including Mission Package Application Software (MPAS) installation and test, Corrective Maintenance, Emergent Repair, and Preventative Maintenance involving GDMS Mission Module support of Littoral Combat Ship (LCS). Travel required 40% of time.

Role and Position Objectives:
    • Corrective Maintenance, Emergent Repair, Preventative Maintenance and Maintenance planning
    • Lead Mission Module Pre-embark Staging, Movements/Embarks and Debarks
    • Fly-Away/Distance Support and Logistic Engineering Support.
    • Installation and testing of Mission Package Application Software (MPAS)
    • Assists in the development, implementation, installs, tests, modifies and/or operates complex equipment and systems.
    • Participates and leads on the engineering work team and supports other team members in experimental design, materials, equipment setup/maintenance and related issues
    • Performs a variety of equipment/process operations involving an application or technical skills in a specific area (electrical, software, manufacturing, optical, etc.)
    • Construct, modify, debug, test and adjust a variety of tools and equipment given appropriate drawings, parts and instructions.
    • Must be able to perform physically demanding work in various environments, to include working aloft, in tight, restricted spaces on-board Naval Platforms, climbing scaffolding, ladders and standing for long periods of time on-board a Navy ship or pier and be able to lift 50 lbs.
    • Ability to use basic hand tools and have knowledge and understanding of test equipment such as voltage meter, power quality analyzer, and fiber test equipment.
    • Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 40% of your time.

What sets you apart:
    • Experience with 11m Rigid-hull Inflatable Boats (RHIB), qualification as a RHIB Coxswain/operator / maintainer. Experience with other rigid-hull boats will be considered.
    • Formally trained as Cummins diesel QSB 6.7L and 5.9L overhaul technician.
    • Formally trained, operated, and maintained Navy's Surface Warfare (SUW), Mine Countermeasure (MCM) and systems and inter-workings of the LCS Class MM program
    • Experience operating and maintaining Navy weapons systems such as Mk 44/46 30mm Guns, MK 110 57mm Guns, Mk 45 5"/54; Close-in Weapons System (CIWS); Mk 34 Gun Weapon System (GWS) on US Navy/Coast Guard Vessels, and USMC/Army vehicles.
    • Familiar with U.S. Naval protocol such as WAFs and Tag-Out procedures
    • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

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
    • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, health-care benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more.
    • See more at Benefits - General Dynamics Mission Systems (gdmissionsystems.com)

Workplace Options:
    • This position is fully on site.


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 $37.02 - USD $40.60 /Hr.

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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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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