General Dynamics Ordnance And Tactical Systems

Sr Engineer (Systems Engineer)

General Dynamics Ordnance And Tactical Systems • $90K — $122K *
Colchester, VT 05446In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree in Engineering and 5-7 years' experience; Bachelor's preferred.
  • Experience in full lifecycle technology development in Aerospace/Defense.
  • Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using SysML tools.
  • Technical leadership experience engaging with customers and mentoring engineers.
  • Ability to obtain DoD Secret Security Clearance; existing clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead integration and fielding of APS technologies across systems.
  • Develop system and subsystem architecture and define requirements.
  • Plan and execute integration and verification programs for systems.
  • Analyze needs and design improvements or new projects.
  • Collaborate with foreign suppliers and military customers on projects.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
  • 401k plan with a Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution.
  • Educational assistance and various voluntary benefits available.
  • 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually, plus family leave.
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead integration, qualification, manufacturing, production transition, and fielding of APS technologies, including munitions, sensors, turrets, controls, and real‑time software. The role involves coordination with foreign suppliers, vehicle primes, and US military customers, and collaboration across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and program management. Responsibilities include system and subsystem architecture development, requirements and interface definition, verification planning, and support for vehicle integration, qualification testing, troubleshooting, reliability and safety analyses, logistics, training, and customer documentation. Domestic and international travel is required. Impact of the Role
General Profile
  • Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines
  • Solves complex problems
  • Works independently, receives minimal guidance
  • May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
  • Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
  • Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
Essential Functions
  • Applies standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products, components, or assemblies.
  • Analyzes, develops and evaluates systems.
  • Improves and maintains current systems or creates brand new projects.
  • Designs and drafts blueprints, visits systems in the field and manages projects.
  • Applies engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignment.
      • Additional ResponsibilitiesLeads full product lifecycle, from requirements and design to integration, verification, and support;creates and manages and validates requirement databases, verification methods, and traceability; plans and executes system integration and verification programs; develops system architecture and monitors performance; supports safety, reliability, logistics, and documentation; prepares technical materials; identifies design issues and performs FMEA. Required Qualifications
      • Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience
      • Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
      • Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
      Preferred Qualifications

      Preferred education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or other closely related field

      • Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Critical thinking skills. Problem solving skills. Mathematic skills. Computer skills. Technical expertise.
      • Key Qualifications:
        • Experience in full lifecycle technology development in the Aerospace or Defense industry
        • Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using SysML tools such as Cameo for modeling of system and subsystem architectures
        • Experience in a technical leadership role, engaging directly with customers, and mentoring engineer
        • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance is required; an existing clearance is strongly preferred
      Physical Requirements
      • Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
      • Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
      • Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
      Travel Requirements25-50% travel likely. Pay Range (USD)$90,763.00 - $122,797.00 Pay Transparency StatementThe salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process. Additional CompensationHired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company’s Gain Sharing Program. BenefitsEmployees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance. Paid Time OffEmployees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave. _____________________________

      The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

About General Dynamics Ordnance And Tactical Systems

General Dynamics-Ordnance and Tactical Systems empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of over-arching product segments.. applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations. A business unit within the Combat Systems Group of General Dynamics, they are a world leader in the manufacture of large, medium- and small-caliber direct and indirect-fire munitions, mortar weapons and systems, artillery projectiles, bomb bodies, Ball Powder¨ Propellant, solid propellants, non-lethal products and Force Protection products. The company also manufactures precision metal components; provides explosive load, assemble and pack services for a variety of munitions, tactical missile and rocket programs; and designs and produces shaped charge warheads and control actuator systems.

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Aerospace & Defense
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