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General Dynamics Mission Systems Sr Advanced Systems Engineer in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 2024-64754 Basic Qualifications Requires a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Must have past systems engineering or test engineering background, as well as experience with leadership and management of project execution. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire, but is required within a reasonable period 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. Responsibilities for this Position Progeny Systems, a business area within the General Dynamics Mission Systems company, is a high-tech business focusing on software and hardware system design and integration, cutting-edge research and development, and manufacturing. We deliver architectures, designs, testing, and production of the current and next generation undersea guidance and control systems for the Department of Defense providing the warfighter with advanced capabilities in target detection, acquisition, and prosecution. We are a technology leader in numerous areas including technology insertion; acoustic sensors; signal processing; guidance; cyber secure; and high reliability systems. As a Senior Advanced Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for the requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis, system architecture and design, detail trade studies, systems integration, and test (verification), validation and interface definition studies of system, subsystem or system elements with little or no supervision. You will work with the Chief Engineer to make critical decisions on architecture, design, and technology choices and be the technical beacon for the program working with cross functional teams to ensure that customer requirements are correctly analyzed, system requirements are developed and allocated to lower levels (subsystem, elements, and components). You will collaborate across the functional teams to resolve issues and recommend solutions to ensure that the system meets requirements with the performance needed for deployment. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: Demonstrate strong strategic and architectural vision. Demonstrated skill driving the system-level requirements down to the design and test levels. Demonstrate leadership skills on complex programs with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, push technological boundaries, lead complex projects, and mentor teams. Demonstrate technical excellence in systems engineering. You are viewed as a technical lead with wide experience of a broad range of relevant development technologies, and proven ability to responsibly assess the cost, schedule, and risk in your planning. Demonstrated use and understanding of systems engineering strategies, principles, and measures. Establishment and presentation of test strategies, plans, and results to internal and external customers Support the set-up, configuration, and documentation of hardware and software systems under test, including loading software onto multiple devices. Support design, development, and implementation of cost-effective procedures for testing and troubleshooting of components, sub-assemblies, assemblies, and systems. Support development of test plans, test procedures, requirements traceability, test reports, test flow, and test case design and implementation Document testing issues and failures and perform analysis of test results. Support formal systems acceptance testing activities. Support failure investigation activities and failure review board (FRB) meetings. What sets you apart: Technical credibility; demonstrated through past experiences internally and with customer communities. Proficiency in establishing trade study problem statements and evaluation criteria. Demonstrated effective risk identification, analysis, mitigation, and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated system, hardware, and software integration experience. Demonstrated technical excellence in engineering solutions to DoD customer requirements. Experience in preparation of cost and schedule estimates for design tasks. Strong presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions. Refined brokering skills, regularly achieving consensus among stakeholders. Collaborating effectively with others; along with building teams that excel through GDMS values. 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 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 ON-SITE in Canonsburg, PA
Target salary range: USD $142,500.00/Yr. - USD $157,500.00/Yr. 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. Company Overview At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world's most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what's possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems. We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing. We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran