Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time. 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.

Responsibilities for this Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an opening for a Senior Advanced Lead Systems Engineer to lead System Engineering and Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) practices for analysis, design, development, and test for General Dynamics Mission Systems engineering efforts. In this position the Senior Advanced Lead Systems Engineer will lead Systems design and development and Systems Modeling using SysML or similar. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation's core defense/intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

• Lead and assist synthesizing solutions using MBSE to meet customer expectations and technical performance while staying within schedule and cost constraints
• Lead and support requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis, system design, trade studies, systems integration and test (verification)
• Cost Account Manager for project Systems effort utilizing Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

The Senior Advanced Lead System Engineer may also:

• Perform or lead formulating operational concepts; performing mission, functional, cost-benefit, and risk analysis; selecting systems architecture; and preparing specifications to ensure GDMS system designs meet applicable specifications.
• Research and analyze data, such as vendor products, COTS components, GFE/CFE, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
• Perform or leads the development of technical strategies and teaming strategies on multiple projects
• Work on advanced architectures that may result in new business for the company

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong Experience in Model Driven Development using MagicDraw or Rhapsody
• Proficient using requirements management tools such as DOORS or MagicDraw
• Led systems engineering effort on large development programs
• Integration and Test (verification) of Software and Hardware systems
• Strong skills with Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
• Strong written and verbal communications skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• DOD Avionics Systems
• Single and multi-processor/core environments and embedded design
• Hold active Secret Level DOD Clearance

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. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high performance team!

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran