Advanced Engineering Technician

About the role

General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. Working with Engineering, Operations Support and individuals in other departments, the Advanced Engineering Technician will support engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Interprets basic engineering drawings, diagrams and schematics
• Constructs, modifies, debugs, troubleshoots, calibrates, tests and adjusts a variety of tools, equipment and systems
• Conducts, analyzes and documents statistically based experiments to define process parameters
• Implements and documents complex solutions for process improvement
• Designs and constructs basic tooling and fixtures to accomplish unique tasks
• Organizes, analyzes and interprets data to identify cause/effect relationships and recommends resolution/process improvement

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance 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
• U.S. citizenship required (due to the nature of work performed within facilities)
• Solid knowledge of generally accepted technical theory
• Demonstrated ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail

Preferred qualifications

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Superior communication and collaboration skills
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Benefits & culture

• Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge — as it's discovered
• Highly competitive benefits
• Flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded
• Shared sense of purpose

Pay

Target salary range: USD $33.66/Hr. – USD $36.10/Hr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary.