General Dynamics Mission Systems · 5 hours ago
Senior Advanced Engineering Support Specialist
Taunton, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems is a leading provider of high technology solutions and services for defense and scientific missions. The Senior Advanced Engineering Support Specialist will be part of a cross-functional team responsible for designing complex systems, including mission computers and communication networks, and will collaborate with stakeholders to meet project requirements.
AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
As a Senior Advanced Engineer Support Specialist, you will be a key part of a cross-functional team responsible for designing complex and mission-critical systems
You will have the opportunity to be involved in all program phases, including requirements analysis, system power schematic and interconnect design, cabling and wire harness design and routing activities, and supporting manufacturing, integration & test, and qualification of the hardware system
You will collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders and customers to develop systems that meet their high expectations
In this role, you will primarily support the Land and Airborne Systems business area developing mission computers, sensor processors, and communication network systems, with opportunities to work across GDMS
Qualification
Required
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 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree with 6+ years of job-related experience
Ability to obtain a 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
Preferred
Designing AC/DC System level Power distribution schematics and Signal Interconnects
Cabling and wiring harness designs using MS Visio
Circuit breaker scheduling and system load balancing of Single-phase and 3PH power systems
Power and Signal cabling and Wire Run List design
VPX backplane connectivity design
Working knowledge of lab equipment including oscilloscopes and Ethernet network testers
Understanding of the hardware development process throughout the lifecycle of a program
Experience with EMI cable and wiring harness design, using advanced materials and packaging techniques to high-speed interfaces
Working knowledge of Microsoft Visio for Power and Signal cable designs along with Power schematic and Signal interconnects
Background in test, troubleshooting, and reading System level Power schematics and Interconnects
Ability to persevere through design challenges with minimal direction
Exceptional communication skills with the capacity to drive innovation and secure buy-in on your concepts and idea
Collaborative team player committed to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
Benefits
401k matching
Flex time off
Paid parental leave
Healthcare benefits
Health & wellness programs
Employee resource and social groups
Company
General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bo Elam
VP and CFO
Scott Butler
Senior Vice President Program Execution
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