Senior Systems Engineer

Responsibilities for this Position

Senior Systems Engineer

ID: 2026-73445

US-MA-Pittsfield

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

Posted Date: 7/8/2026

Category: Engineering-Systems

Employment Type: Full Time

Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; orMaster's degree, plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time. 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. Candidate must be local to the area and able to work onsite.

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a Sr Systems Engineer for Fleet Ballistic Missile Auxiliary and Training Systems, youll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for development, production, installation and sustainment support of the Ohio-class and Columbia-class Trident II Fire Control Auxiliary and Training Systems.

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

• Experience with Systems Engineering Processes: Familiarity with the systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, and testing.
• Knowledge of Defense Systems: Previous experience or coursework related to defense systems, particularly missile systems or fire control systems, would be highly beneficial.
• Proficiency in Technical Tools and Software: Experience with engineering tools and software such as IBM Rational DOORS for requirements management, MagicDraw for modeling, and Simulink for simulation and model-based design.

What sets you apart:

• Clear understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards
• Clear understanding of requirements management and system modeling tools
• Creative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• 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 nations 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 Fully on Site with the opportunity to occasionally work from home. While on-site, you will be a part of the Pittsfield, MA facility.

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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 $110,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /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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