Sr. Principal Systems Engineer – SONAR Applications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 10+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 8 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

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.

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a Senior Principal Systems Engineer for the Autonomous Maritime Platforms Business, you’ll be a leader and a member of a highly skilled cross functional team responsible for the development, implementation, and testing of underwater sensor systems. We are looking for a subject matter expert in acoustics and SONAR applications to work across a variety of innovative projects and pioneer the latest cutting-edge technology. Our goal is to deliver new capability to real-world applications for our customers.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

• Substantial experience with Passive and Active SONAR performance modeling techniques, analysis, and applications
• Significant contributions to design of next-generation hardware and software implementations for passive and active SONAR systems
• Strong background in the maritime domain, platform integration, and Systems engineer process, concepts, and principles
• Technical leadership and management of major SONAR systems/sub-systems and their implementation
• Experience working or leading Research & Development (R&D) initiatives

What sets you apart:

• Subject matter expert of acoustic technologies, principles, theories, and concepts with experience on usually complex problems
• A passion for innovation and creating groundbreaking solutions in a growing maritime domain
• Proven communication and ability to interface with internal and customer leadership on a technical basis across all levels.
• Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and share knowledge across the team to achieve excellence
• Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading challenging technical solutions and working closely with stakeholders to manage risk and opportunities
• Fosters an environment to motivate and push for professional development for yourself and others

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development through professional leadership programs, personalized-based development plans, and educational resources.  
• Research-oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Recognition and Support within a high performing team dedicated to success
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is fully on-site or Hybrid/Flex (3x / week in office)
While on-site, you will be a part of the Quincy, MA facility [https://gdmissionsystems.com/about-us/major-locations/quincy].

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

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