General Dynamics

Task Lead Guidance Fleet Support

General Dynamics$101K — $109K *
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 plus 5 years in relevant roles, or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience.
  • Secret security clearance from the Department of Defense required upon hire.
  • U.S. citizenship is mandatory due to the nature of the work.
  • Strong technical leadership skills and experience in troubleshooting complex systems.
  • Effective communication skills to interact with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of Guidance Fleet Support Engineers.
  • Provide technical leadership for complex troubleshooting issues in Guidance and Fire Control systems.
  • Coordinate engineering support for various operations including fleet and flight tests.
  • Act as a liaison between customers, program management, and engineering teams.
  • Manage multiple priorities and resources for concurrent engineering projects.
  • Review and validate technical documentation and reports.
  • Identify technical risks and communicate resolutions to leadership.
  • Support operational readiness during critical tests and missions.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and mentor a diverse engineering team.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and complex defense systems.
  • Collaborative work environment with government and military personnel.
  • Potential for continuous improvement and career advancement.
  • Involvement in mission-critical projects with real-world impacts.
Full Job Description
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 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of 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

The Guidance Support Task Lead provides technical and operational leadership for Guidance and Fire Control engineering activities supporting the U.S. Navy Strategic Weapons System at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.This position leads a team of Fleet Support Engineers, provides technical direction on complex guidance system issues, and serves as a primary interface between onsite customers, Program Management, and senior government and contractor leadership.The ideal candidate is a strong technical problem solver and leader who can manage competing priorities, communicate effectively with senior leadership, and drive complex issues to resolution in a mission-focused environmentWhat you will do:

  • Lead and mentor a team of Guidance Fleet Support Engineers.
  • Provide technical leadership for complex Guidance and Fire Control troubleshooting issues.
  • Coordinate engineering support for laboratory, fleet, flight test, DASO, ASTE, and customer operations.
  • Serve as a technical liaison between customers, Program Management, engineering teams, and external stakeholders.
  • Manage priorities, schedules, resources, and multiple concurrent engineering efforts.
  • Review technical documentation, test plans, procedures, and reports.
  • Identify and communicate technical risks, issues, impacts, and recommended solutions to leadership.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve issues affecting system readiness and mission success.
  • Develop technical status reports and executive-level briefings.
  • Mentor engineers and promote knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
  • Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes through innovation, automation, and responsible use of AI technologies.
  • Support 24/7 operational readiness during critical test and mission events as required.
What you Bring to the Table:
  • Strong technical leadership and complex troubleshooting skills. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with engineers, military personnel, government customers, contractors, and senior leadership.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and resolving complex technical problems.
  • Experience with Guidance Systems, Fire Control Systems, weapons systems, missile systems, or similarly complex systems.
  • Ability to translate complex technical information into clear recommendations and decisions.
  • A proactive, team-oriented mindset focused on ownership, accountability, and mission success.
What sets you apart:
  • Experience supporting the U.S. Navy Strategic Weapons System, Trident programs, Guidance, Fire Control, or related defense systems.
  • Previous experience as a Technical Lead or Task Lead.
  • Experience supporting fleet operations, laboratory testing, system integration, or flight test activities.
  • Familiarity with SSP, NAVSEA, or Department of Defense programs.
  • Previous US Navy or defense industry experience.
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 $101,357.00 - USD $109,672.00 /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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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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