Columbia Fire Control Adv Engr Support Specialist
About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is organized into four business groups: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems and Technologies.
We have a balanced business model which gives each business unit the flexibility to stay agile and maintain an intimate understanding of customer requirements.
Each business unit is responsible for the execution of its strategy and operational performance. Our corporate leaders set the overall strategy of the business and manage allocation of capital. This unique model keeps us focused on what matters — delivering on our promises to customers through relentless improvement, continued growth, boosting return on invested capital and disciplined capital deployment.
Responsibilities for this Position
Columbia Fire Control Adv Engr Support SpecialistID: 2025-65123
USA-FL-Cape Canaveral
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 1/21/2025
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelors or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience). Requires an additional 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years of job-related experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
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.
Responsibilities for this Position
General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Columbia Fire Control Adv Engr Support Specialist. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nations 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.
What you will do:
Sustain and maintain a major project
Perform requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis, system design, detail trade studies, systems integration and test (verification), validation and interface definition studies of subsystem or system elements
Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Work under limited direction
Frequent contact with external customers
Independently determine approach to solutions
Contact with Deputy Program Managers Engineering (DPME) and other professionals within the Engineering department and with project teams across the program
Travel < 20%
What will you bring to the table:
Ability to implement Alterations, Installation ODs, Field Change Orders (FCOs), etc.
Define processes for technical platforms, system specifications, input/output and working parameters for hardware and/or software compatibility
Implement test and diagnostic procedures
Implement installation of Fire Control equipment
Considerable written and oral communication skills
Performs technical planning, cost and risk analyses, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for subsystems and system elements
Ability to propose ideas, solicit input, and provide optimized solutions
Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
Ability to think creatively
Requirements Management & system modeling tools
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Designs a complete and complex framework, system or product
Identifies, analyzes and resolves system design weaknesses
Provide resolution to a diverse range of complex problems
Ability to Perform detailed technical analyses for a subsystem or system elements
Considerable knowledge in Microsoft Office applications
What sets you apart:
Execute V&V and document system verification thru the engineering development lifecycle
Familiarization SSBN-R
Installation Experience
Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude
Proficient use and understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, and theories
Ability to provide system evaluation and test support to ensure all technical security features (e.g., identification, authentication, access control, labeling, and auditing) of the system are considered and function properly
Ability to provide resolution to a diverse range of complex problems
Independently determine approach to solutions
Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings and interfaces.
Working Knowledge of Ground / Power Troubleshooting Techniques
Understanding of Configuration Management
Considerable knowledge in use and understanding of test engineering concepts, principals and theories
Ability to communicate issues and alternatives clearly
Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
Ability to multi-task
Provides resolution to a diverse range of complex problems
Independently determines approach to solutions
One last thing:
Department of Defense SECRET security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected for the Systems Engineer position 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.
Workplace options:
- This position is fully onsite.
- While onsite you will be part of the NOTU Facility at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $98,891.00 - USD $107,004.00 /Yr.
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!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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