Prin Mechanical Engineer

About the role

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems. As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will engage with customers to define product needs, develop estimates and statements of work, design and analyze mechanical solutions, and lead the development, testing, troubleshooting, and manufacturing implementation of new products and product upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to define product needs, develop estimates and statements of work
• Design and analyze mechanical solutions
• Lead the development, testing, troubleshooting, and manufacturing implementation of new products and product upgrades
• Guide the interpretation of blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
• Collaborate with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications
• Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
• Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendations to maintenance crew
• Lead full product development lifecycle from initiation through closeout
• Drive project execution through requirements, design, integration, verification, and production readiness
• Provide technical leadership, manage risks, and support proposals
• Maintain and improve legacy products by becoming a subject matter expert
• Mentor engineers and collaborate across teams to transition designs into production

Requirements

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 8-10 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: Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or other closely related field
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Strong oral and written communication skills; Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities; Ability to work independently and collaboratively; Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills; Applied mechanics, design engineering, design optimization, design review; Mechanical prototyping; Requirements engineering and analysis; Proficiency with CAD and CAE software tools; GD&T

Key Qualifications

• Experience in a technical leadership role, including direct customer engagement and mentoring of engineers
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a technical authority, resolve complex engineering issues, mitigate risks, and provide guidance across product lifecycles
• Proficiency with primary CAD/CAE tools including Creo, Mathcad, Ansys Workbench, and internally developed design software
• Manufacturing process knowledge including CNC machining, forging, assembly, and testing of precision mechanical components
• Ability to support sustainment and troubleshooting of legacy mechanical systems with limited historical documentation
• Specific product family experience includes: Medium-caliber gun systems, ammunition handling systems, gun barrel design and manufacturing