Senior Engineering Technician

Senior Advanced Engineering Technician

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 work with amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe.

As a Senior Advanced Engineering Technician you will be in support of a key cross-functional Hardware Engineering team designing complex, mission-critical systems. You will have the opportunity to be involved with program phases to include Electrical and Mechanical prototype/pre-production design builds, cable/cable harness fabrication and system/sub-system chassis integration and assembly where you will identify and provide feedback of potential issues or improvements prior to production. Responsibilities will include the ability to understand Electrical and Mechanical drawing designs, interconnects and use of hand tools to build and integrate system and sub-system components - cable, wiring, chassis build & integration.

Additional responsibilities include the understanding and following of circuit board rework instructions replacing surface mount and through hole components and white wire additions.

This may entail performing the following:

• Interprets engineering drawings, diagrams and schematics, and understand the necessary interfaces
• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions or defined plans to perform fabrication, assembly, testing and checkout.

What sets you apart:

• Thinking outside-the-box to find solutions to integration and build issues
• IPC J-STD-001 (CIS) Certification
• Ability to solder using a microscope
• Experienced using pin & socket crimp tools.
• Familiar with military style connectors, for example D38999
• Understanding of the hardware development process throughout the lifecycle of a program
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Great communication and collaboration skills

What you bring to the table:

• An Associate's degree in related discipline or 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

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 $37.83 - USD $40.58 /Hr.

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