Principal Systems Engineer - Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead

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.

About the role

As a Systems Engineer for the Strategic Weapon Interface Simulator (SWIS) Integrated Product Team Lead, you’ll be a member of a cross-functional team responsible for SWIS Systems Development. An IPTL leads a cross-discipline team, manages technical, schedule, and cost aspects, ensures product quality and contract compliance, and assists in reporting and Earned Value Management System (EAC) development.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: EVMS Experience/Certification, SP23 and GDMS Process Expertise, Testing Development, and SWIS System Knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the systems development life cycle with strong proficiency in requirements management and system modeling tools.
• Apply technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions as a creative thinker.
• Provide technical leadership and position cross-functional teams for success.
• Deliver strong presentations, communications, and negotiation to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions.
• Commit to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree, plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance within a reasonable timeframe. 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 is required due to the nature of work performed within our facilities.

Skills

• Success leading cross-functional teams in systems development.
• Collaborative team player with strong technical leadership.
• Experience with EVMS, SP23, GDMS processes, testing development, and SWIS system knowledge.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, and employee resource and social groups.
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off (9/80 schedule).
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Research-oriented work alongside award-winning teams.

Pay

Target salary range: USD $142,696.00/Yr. – USD $158,303.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and geographic location.

Schedule

This position is on-site at the Pittsfield, MA facility with the ability to occasionally flex from home in the future.