- Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines
- Solves complex problems
- Works independently, receives minimal guidance
- May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
- Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
- Applies standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products, components, or assemblies.
- Analyzes, develops and evaluates systems.
- Improves and maintains current systems or creates brand new projects.
- Designs and drafts blueprints, visits systems in the field and manages projects.
- Applies engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignment.
- Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience
- Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
- Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Critical thinking skills. Problem solving skills. Mathematic skills. Computer skills. Technical expertise.
- Key Qualifications:
- Experience in full lifecycle technology development in the Aerospace or Defense industry
- Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using SysML tools such as Cameo for modeling of system and subsystem architectures
- Experience in a technical leadership role, engaging directly with customers, and mentoring engineer
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance is required; an existing clearance is strongly preferred
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
- Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
- Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
- Additional ResponsibilitiesLeads full product lifecycle, from requirements and design to integration, verification, and support;creates and manages and validates requirement databases, verification methods, and traceability; plans and executes system integration and verification programs; develops system architecture and monitors performance; supports safety, reliability, logistics, and documentation; prepares technical materials; identifies design issues and performs FMEA.
Required Qualifications
Preferred education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or other closely related field
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
Skills Required
- Associate's degree
- 5-7 years of experience
- Engineering degree
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Experience in full lifecycle technology development in the aerospace or defense industry
- Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering using SysML tools such as Cameo
- Experience in a technical leadership role, including customer engagement and mentoring engineers
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a closely related field
What We Do
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GDOTS) is a global aerospace and defense company that develops and manufactures weapons systems, munitions, ammunition, and related military equipment for the U.S. military and allied nations. Its portfolio supports ground, naval, and airborne operations and includes heavy machine guns, grenade launchers, warheads, precision components, lightweight vehicles, and aircraft Gatling guns across multiple defense platforms.









