Engineering Support Specialist

Requires a Bachelor’s or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience).CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred 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.Imagine building your career by developing the solutions that support the mission of our nation’s service members, intelligence analysts and first responders. That’s the challenge that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you have the opportunity to redefine innovation and excellence for the world. Are you ready? Then make a career move that makes an impact at General Dynamics Mission Systems. 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. Utilizing your creativity and innovative engineering skills, you’ll participate in engineering teams supporting experiment design, materials, equipment setup and maintenance and related issues as well as perform research and engineering laboratory functions involving the layout, building, testing, troubleshooting and repairing of devices, assemblies, subsystems, and systems. You’ll also provide technical expertise to customers, users or company personnel either at domestic or international field sites. 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 What you bring to the table:A Bachelor’s of Science or Technology degree in Engineering, a related field or equivalent Ability to read and interpret datasheets, technical documents, and standardsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and collaboration abilitiesAbility to learn new software toolsExperience with lab instruments (oscilloscopes, signal generators, multimeters, etc.)What sets you apart:Shows initiative and professionally executes projects with little directionCommitment to ongoing professional developmentTeam player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team successREPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:Contributes to the development and submission of proposals by providing necessary project support data and documentation.Supports efforts to coordinate the interface between manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and the engineering IPTs to support the first article engineering builds.Leads peer review sessions to ensure accuracy and completeness of project documentation.Initiating material procurements and interfacing with Supply Chain, Vendors and Manufacturing to ensure resource availability to support build schedules.Ensures product bill of material is maintained, and accurate by coordinating inputs from IPT lead and product team through PDM system workflows.Provides visibility into material order status and elevates issues to IPT leads and DPME as necessary using MRP system reporting and analytics.Ensures the Bill of Materials (BOM) is accurate and up-to-date by consolidating inputs from various technical leads.Provides continuity from proposal to execution for materialMaterial Management and OrderingKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Organization and problem-solving skillsAbility to use specialized software for collaboration and time management, including spreadsheets; Project scheduling applications like MS ProjectExperience with or ability to quickly learn PDM software (Windchill preferred) for managing product data, configurations, and change control processesFamiliarity with MRP/ERP systems (IFS preferred) for material planning, procurement tracking, and resource managementUnderstanding of PLM workflows and how PDM systems integrate with engineering and manufacturing processesExperience with inventory control, material management and trackingStrong time management and analytical skillsSelf-starter and initiatorStrong communication skillsExperience in electrical/mechanical systems, packaging methodsProficient in creating and maintaining technical documentation.#LI-HybridThis 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.USD $72,913.00 - USD $78,894.00 /Yr.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

Created: 2025-10-04