Basic Qualifications

Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements for a controlled billet in accordance with DoD Instruction 5210.42 Personnel Reliability Program (PRP)

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance 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

Project/Program Overview

Line of Business:
The Maritime & Strategic Systems line of business has substantial focus on open architecture computing, system integration, unmanned underwater vehicles, RF sensor processing, secure computing and integrated software solutions. Our customers include the U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, various government agencies, labs and international customers. The business employs over 3,000 professionals across many locations.

What We Do:
Nuclear Weapons Security (NWS) is an engineering development and sustainment business. Currently in the seventh year of being a solesource prime, they are a system integrator and sustainer of Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) physical security hardware and software for mission critical high assurance environments. While NWS is primarily a 'people' business with no products on the market right now, they are working to fill a key gap in the security industry with the internal R&D project, Quorum.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required and must be obtained in a reasonable time as directed by the hiring manager. 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.

Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they're often classified. That's what you'll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you'll lead amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

The Senior Advanced Engineering Technician will act as a leader and mentor to new technicians in the support of engineering activities such as designing, testing, checking-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. This may entail performing the following:

• Interprets complex engineering drawings, diagrams and schematics, and understand the necessary interfaces
• Performs complex system level troubleshooting to component level
• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and troubleshooting functions
• Lays out, builds, calibrates, adjusts, installs and maintains equipment, components, devices or systems

What you'll experience:

• Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered

What you bring to the table:

• An Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Understands implications of work and provides applicable solutions
• Distinct knowledge of specialized function and proficiency in application and interpretation of complex specifications, requirements, standards and practices

What sets you apart:

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Superior communication and collaboration skills

Duties and Tasks:

• On-call and call-In status is required after normal working hours, on weekend and holidays on a rotating basis.
• Qualify NWS Electronic Security Systems within 3 months of hire, to perform preventive and corrective maintenance indoors and outdoors on sensors, cameras, and active vehicle barriers
• Qualify Cyber Security Workforce, and System Administrator to perform minor preventive and corrective maintenance on network systems to include AC&D system in secure areas.
• Some travel may be required

Workplace Options:

• This position is fully on-site, at a DoD owned and operated facility. While on-site, you will be a part of the Strategic Weapons Facility Atlantic at Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay, Georgia

Target salary range: USD $36.00/Hr. - USD $38.61/Hr. 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