ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:
General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Advanced Mechanical Engineer. 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 the design and development of mechanical, thermal, thermodynamic, and heat-transfer solutions for high-performance electronics hardware for space systems applications
- Create 3D mechanical models, detailed drawings, and associated design documentation using Creo and Windchill
- Lead strategic engineering tasks and small to mid-sized projects, balancing technical performance, cost, schedule, manufacturability, and program objectives
- Plan, coordinate, and monitor engineering work from concept through delivery, including schedules, budgets, technical risks, and mitigation plans
- Collaborate with electrical, systems, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and program teams to deliver solutions
- Actively uncovers technical and organizational risks and ensures they are included in risk mitigation plans
- Apply technical, government, and industry standards, along with manufacturing and fabrication methods, throughout the product lifecycle
- Apply artificial intelligence responsibly to improve engineering processes, analyze information, and support design efficiency
- Provide technical recommendations to engineering and project leadership in support of program strategy and customer needs
- Contribute to proposal development, project plans, program strategies, and teaming approaches
- Mentor junior engineers in mechanical engineering principles, design practices, and project execution.
- Communicate technical analyses, designs, and recommendations through clear technical documents, proposals, and presentations
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Strong mechanical engineering experience with the ability to independently lead complex technical assignments
- Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment and professionally executes projects with little direction
- Proficiency with solid modeling CAD and product lifecycle management tools, particularly Creo and Windchill, to create, manage, and release mechanical models and detailed drawings
- Knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods, including materials, processes, tolerancing, and design-for-manufacturability principles
- Experience leading engineering projects or technical teams through product development and delivery
- Sound engineering judgment and the ability to evaluate diverse technical factors to develop effective solutions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing technical documents and proposals
- Ability to work effectively across technical and program disciplines
- Proficient knowledge of technical standards, manufacturing/fabrication methods, government/industry standards
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies and execute with limited direction
- Knowledge in mechanical testing such as pyroshock, vibration and thermal vacuum testing
- Proficient knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (ANSYS)
What sets you apart:
- Strong proficiency with modeling CAD tools to create mechanical models and drawings
- Extensive knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods, as well as technical, government, and industry standards
- Collaborative, creative thinker with experience leading complex projects
- Strong communication skills with ability to write technical papers and proposals
- Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
Our Commitment to You:
- An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
- Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
- 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 100% Remote
This postion is part of the Scottsdale, AZ Space Systems Team [Scottsdale, AZ Campus].
