Seeking a prior Sonar Technician (Submarines) for SME, ILS and Training role

About the role

Put your engineering talent to the ultimate test at General Dynamics Mission Systems, where we create advanced technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced our teams often redefine what’s possible for the world. If you want to be a leader with the company that delivers smart solutions for our nation’s challenges, this is your opportunity.

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. In our highly collaborative and global environment, you’ll analyze the effects of projects upon various areas such as Engineering, Facilities, and the labor pool to determine the most practical and cost-efficient methods to obtain the required resources and participate in the tactical planning for completion of identified project segment.

Essentially, you’ll perform research and engineering laboratory functions involving the layout, building, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing devices, assemblies, subsystems, and systems as well as perform technical activities which impact the proposal, system level design, detail design and manufacture of advanced electronics systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide Navy Customers, as well as internal business managers, status on projects.
• Provide input and comments during reviews of draft and preliminary MIP/MRCs as needed.
• Validate test procedures during testing events on hull as well as in the lab, often requiring shift work to complete.
• Develop operations and maintenance procedures for incorporation into technical manuals using engineering source documents.
• Develop provisioning technical data packages for AN/BQQ-10.
• Develop training using MS Office products to support operations and maintenance training.
• Use sound configuration management principles to ensure document configuration management is maintained.
• Develop technical manuals to support O-Level operations and maintenance.
• Develop schedules using tools like MS Project and staffs as appropriate to manage work.
• Job entails some travel to support Navy customers, which could be performed onboard naval vessels in port and at sea.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• 9+ years active duty as a Sonar Technician Submarines (STS) will be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• Subject matter expert (SME) on the AN/BQQ-10 submarine sonar system and developing working knowledge in adjacent disciplines/fields.
• Proficient understanding and application of engineering principles, concepts, practices, and standards.
• Must have strong organizational and analytical skills as well as practical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and be able to manage multiple projects and issues simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix a plus.

Skills

• Qualified Master Training Specialist.
• Operation in an Information Technology Customer support capacity.
• Technical certifications are a plus (NET+, SECURITY+, A+, CCNA, CISSP).
• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success.
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Pay

Target salary range: USD $111,493.00/Yr. – USD $123,687.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary.

Schedule

Work will be performed 100% onsite at our Manassas, VA facility.