Mechanical Engineer Entry Level

Responsibilities for this Position

Mechanical Engineer Entry Level

ID: 2026-74728

US-MA-Pittsfield

Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements

Posted Date: 9/8/2026

Category: Engineering-Hardware

Employment Type: College

Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field.

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.

Responsibilities for this Position

Duties and Tasks:

Performs design and development in such areas as mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, thermodynamic, or heat transfer for production, transmission, measurement, and use of

mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines and/or machines

Conducts feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs

Provides design information for detailing packaging documentation

Receives detailed instructions from immediate supervisor

Generally, works within an identified work group

Collaborates with project leaders and other professionals within the Engineering department

Builds stable working relationships internally

Works on problems with defined scope, schedule, and expectations

Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained

Travel may be required

Security clearance may be required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Clear understanding of mechanical engineering concepts, principles, and theories

Good ability to grasp and apply new information quickly

Good ability to handle ever increasing responsibility and assignments with growing complexity

Shows initiative on assignments, and professionally executes projects with little direction

Good ability to be a team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments

Ability to be creative, innovative, and responsible, and able to master good decision-making skills

Ability to learn and apply company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues

Clear understanding of Microsoft Office applications

Good written and verbal communications skills

Good ability to recognize and clearly report relevant information

Proficient with CAD tools to create mechanical models and accompanying drawings

Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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 $77,843.00 - USD $86,358.00 /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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