Advanced Engineering Project Support Specialist

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience, plus 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of experience.

 

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Secret security clearance obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements. 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

Imagine a world-class engineering environment with exceptional talent and advanced technologies that are often classified. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll work with amazing engineers to invent the technologies, products, and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts, and first responders keep our nation safe. We provide premium systems and services to the Department of Defense, government agencies, and commercial clients across areas including acoustic sensors, signal processing, combat systems, torpedoes, cybersecurity, knowledge management, and electronic warfare. If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS)!

 

An Advanced Engineering Project Support Specialist provides technical assistance, support to engineering teams, ensuring efficient workflow and resolution of technical issues. They also facilitate communication and documentation to enhance project development and execution.

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

• Understanding of electrical components and associated hardware, including printed circuit boards and circuit card assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret datasheets, technical documents, and standards.
• Experience with laboratory instruments, such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and multimeters.
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation.
• Experience with electrical or mechanical systems and packaging methods.

What you’ll experience

• Contributing project support data and documentation to proposals and maintaining continuity of material planning from proposal through execution.
• Supporting coordination among manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and engineering teams for first-article builds; initiating procurements and tracking material availability and order status.
• Managing technical data package updates throughout the change management lifecycle, including bills of materials, impact and peer reviews, Change Control Board meetings, and change notices in Windchill.
• Using material requirements planning reporting and analytics to monitor orders and escalate issues to engineering and program leads.
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

What sets you apart

• Experience with product data management software, preferably Windchill, for product data, configuration, and change control.
• Familiarity with MRP or ERP systems, preferably IFS, for material planning, procurement tracking, and resource management.
• Understanding of product lifecycle management workflows and the integration of product data management with engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with inventory control, material management, and material tracking.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and project scheduling applications, such as Microsoft Project.

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, if desired (9/80 schedule).
• Competitive benefits, including 401(k) matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and 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 with the option to flex moving forward. It cannot be supported remotely. 

 

 

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 $105,000.00 - USD $112,500.00 /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