Sr. Advanced Engineering Technician

About the Role

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind. 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.

Responsibilities

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 electromechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices, or specialized test equipment. This may entail performing the following:

• 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

What You’ll Experience

• 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
• Actual troubleshooting to the component level
• Utilizing DMM, O'scopes, and other advanced test equipment

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience

Skills

• Solid knowledge and proficiency in the use of fabrication tools
• Ability to fabricate complex hardware
• Solid knowledge of generally accepted technical theory
• Electronics Engineering Technology degree or Military experience is recommended
• Works well in a team environment

What Sets You Apart

• 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
• Leadership skills are a plus

Pay

Target salary range: USD $39.72/Hr. - USD $42.61/Hr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) 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. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.