Sr R&D Engineer

General Dynamics OTS Inc

Bothell, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$109,871–$148,649 Per Year

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Aerodynamics, Aeronautical Engineering, Budget Management, Career Development, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Contract Manufacturing, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Database Administration, Functional Testing, Healthcare, Life Insurance, Manufacturing Design, Market Research, Market Tracking, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Performance Modeling, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Product Design, Project Estimates, Project Tracking, Research & Development (R&D), Research Skills, Spreadsheets, Tactical Operations, Team Player, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Trade Studies, United States Military, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Bothell, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Sr R&D Engineer

Job Locations

US-WA-Bothell

Requisition ID

2026-35768

Position Type

Full Time

Position Classification

On-Site

Job Function

Engineering

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters.

Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.

If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

We are seeking a Sr. Aeronautical Engineer with expertise in aerodynamic design and characterization in support of our Precision Guided projectiles product line. Key responsibilities include developing and analyzing CFD models, performing aerodynamic trade studies, creating aerodynamic models for simulations, supporting wind tunnel tests, optimizing modeling procedures, preparing technical documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate designs and processes for flight vehicle development.

Impact of the Role

General Profile
Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines
Solves complex problems
Works independently, receives minimal guidance
May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

Conducts research, design, and development activities with the goal of developing new or improved products, processes, or services.
Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize designs for manufacturability.
Applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities.
Conducts market research, tracks projects, builds spreadsheets evaluating trade space, designs presentation slides, and executes business-oriented tasks.
Summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies.
Assesses the scope of research projects and ensures projects are on time and within budget.
Develops technical documentation for all projects.
Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.

Required Qualifications

Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience
Discipline/Major: Engineering degree requiredCritical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
Knowledge, skills & abilities: Experience characterizing aerodynamics of high velocity aerospace systems using CF; Experienced conducting wind tunnel tests for aerodynamic analysis and characterization

Skilled in creating aerodynamic databases for 3- and 6-DoF performance models
Expertise with aerodynamic prediction tools like PRODAS or Missile Datcom
High proficiency with scripting languages for data collection and manipulation
Experience with Unix/Linux High Performance Computing (HPC) environments

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel likely.

Pay Range (USD)

109,871 - 148,649

Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.

PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave

Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.

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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

GD-OTS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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General Dynamics OTS Inc

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