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 more than 13,000 top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defence and scientific arenas. In the UK, we are leading the way in avionics and communication systems. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.
General Dynamics in St Leonards-on-Sea currently provide avionic mission computing systems for a wide range of military fast jets, helicopters, and UAV’s. Recent success has resulted in General Dynamics developing the next generation of Advanced High Performance, Safety Critical Mission Computer Systems to meet the needs of latest platforms in development by several aircraft manufacturers. These Mission Computing Systems provide the functionality that integrates aircraft systems, sensor systems and stores management systems with the information and control systems required by the aircrew to meet the demanding operational needs of these aircraft.
Job DescriptionThis role is for a Component Engineer to work within our avionics product development teams. You will support engineering programmes throughout the product lifecycle, from initial component selection and New Parts Introduction through manufacture, in-service support, obsolescence and eventual replacement.
The role will provide component engineering support to hardware engineering, procurement, manufacturing, quality and programme teams, ensuring Electrical, Electronic and Electromechanical (EEE) components are appropriately selected and controlled with consideration for technical performance, reliability, availability, lifecycle, compliance, sourcing and programme requirements.
In this role you will be expected to be able to understand and interpret component datasheets to provide advice to the engineering development teams and sub-contractors on the selection of components (new components and alternatives), not only technically, but also taking into consideration, lifecycle, compliance and sourcing.
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QualificationsThe successful candidate will be assigned to our Component Engineering team and should possess the following attributes:
- HNC/HND, degree or equivalent qualification in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Familiarity with obsolescence and counterfeit management processes, REACH and RoHS compliance, Life Time Buys (LTBs) and Product Change Notifications (PCNs).
- Have an understanding of the function of various electronic components and be able to interpret component data sheets and offer FFF (Form, Fit and Functional) alternatives.
- Be involved in the New Parts Introduction process: providing guidance and validation of selected components and suggest alternatives where applicable.
- Knowledge and Experience of the Electronics component market.
- Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred
This role has a salary of between £36,000 and £45,000 plus our flexible benefits package.
We are open to this role being spent with time working from home and in the office (hybrid - typically 3 days working in office) on a weekly basis or fully in our offices.
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose, offering impressive benefits:
- A compressed nine-day fortnight and compressed hours - which means every other Friday off.
- A personalized career development plan, alongside regular progress reviews - supporting and valuing your progression within the Company.
- A flexible working environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded with flexible benefits
We believe in maintaining a diverse workplace - inclusive of beliefs, cultural background, job experiences, thoughts and ideas. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we welcome you to join our inclusive team!
Our success is fuelled by our colleagues and the wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills they bring to the Company.
We are a Disability Confident Employer, as such we offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Please email [email protected] if you would like your application to be considered under the DC Scheme.
All successful/appointed applicants must be able to obtain a level of UK Security clearance that is appropriate for the role and undertake suitable Right to work checks.
Every application matters to us. We want you to know that each application we receive is reviewed by a real person—not just an algorithm. Our screening questions are also carefully considered to help us understand your experience and fit for the role.
We appreciate the time you take to apply.
Skills Required
- HNC, HND, degree, or equivalent qualification in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Familiarity with obsolescence and counterfeit management processes
- Knowledge of REACH and RoHS compliance
- Knowledge of Life Time Buys and Product Change Notifications
- Understanding of electronic component functions and ability to interpret component datasheets
- Ability to identify and offer Form, Fit and Functional alternatives
- Experience or involvement in the New Parts Introduction process
- Knowledge and experience of the electronics component market
- Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models
- Ability to obtain the appropriate level of UK security clearance
- Successful completion of right-to-work checks
General Dynamics Mission Systems Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits stand out with immediate 401(k) vesting and a dollar-for-dollar match up to 6% of pay, which is repeatedly positioned as a key strength of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as robust, including seeded PTO for new hires, a bank of holidays, and multiple leave types such as bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.
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Flexible Benefits — Schedule and work-setup flexibility is emphasized through options like a 9/80 arrangement and remote/hybrid availability in some roles, often treated as an important part of overall rewards.
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What We Do
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, we develop mission critical C4ISR solutions across the land, sea, air, space and cyber domains, but that doesn’t tell our whole story. When downed pilots are isolated in enemy territory, our equipment gives them a lifeline to call home. When a student opens a textbook to learn about the universe, they’re looking at data and pictures sent using our technology. When the government needs to share crucial top-secret information, our products help them keep this information out of the wrong hands. When sailors need to locate underwater mines, our technology allows them to find explosives with unmanned underwater vehicles. Delivering C4ISR technology is what we do but we think why we do it is more important.
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