Systems Engineer - Design & Development

Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance in 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. Some telecommuting allowed. Responsibilities for this Position ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVESGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking an Advanced Systems Engineer 3 to support the D5LE2 program within the SWC Fire Control engineering organization. The successful candidate will serve as a senior technical contributor, applying deep systems engineering expertise across the full system life cycle and leveraging MBSE, digital engineering, and program leadership principles to drive mission-critical outcomes in support of the U.S. Navy's strategic deterrent. This role requires strong independent judgment, the ability to guide major program milestones, and demonstrated leadership in mentoring and developing junior engineers within a complex, long-horizon program environment.What Sets You ApartProven track record leading complex systems engineering efforts across the full development life cycleHighly proficient with MBSE tools and methodologies, with experience driving model-based deliverables on real programsTechnical leader who mentors junior engineers and builds team capabilityStrong communicator and negotiator who influences customer requirements and drives win-win outcomesUnderstanding of program management principles (Earned Value, CAM, SPI/CPI) and their intersection with engineering executionStrong software or computing architecture background as foundation in Systems Engineering.Commitment to shaping engineering processes and tools for continuous improvementKey ResponsibilitiesLead systems engineering activities including requirements analysis, definition, and management, functional analysis, performance analysis, system design, trade studies, integration and test (verification), validation, and interface definition for D5LE2 subsystems and system elementsDrive MBSE and digital engineering strategy, developing and maintaining system architectures, models, and designs using Cameo/MagicDraw and DOORS in support of upcoming D5LE2 program milestonesApply expert-level critical thinking to identify, analyze, and resolve system design weaknesses; serve as a technical decision-maker for complex engineering trade-offsPerform and oversee technical planning, cost and risk analyses, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for subsystems and system elementsGuide the successful completion of major programs and projects; contribute to program milestone reviews and gate decisionsDevelop and allocate system requirements to lower-level elements; lead customer requirements analysis and negotiation in alignment with D5LE2 objectivesConduct detailed technical analyses; evaluate vendor products, COTS, GFE/CFE, specifications to determine feasibility and inform design decisionsDesign complete and complex frameworks, systems, or products that set architectural directionEvaluate systems to ensure designs meet governmental security specifications; lead system accreditation/certification efforts and develop security documentationSupport and lead Modeling and Simulation activities aligned with program objectivesGenerate and review technical engineering products; ensure quality and compliance with standards, processes, and tools (T9001, SPALT, peer review)Provide leadership, direction, and mentoring to lower-level employees; support talent development within the D5LE2 teamMaintain awareness of technology trends relevant to the D5LE2 mission domain and strategic deterrenceIdentify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovationBuild and maintain productive internal and external working relationships with customer, program office, and cross-functional teamsKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesHighly proficient understanding and application of systems engineering principles, concepts, and theories in a complex, safety-critical program environmentHighly proficient knowledge of the system development life cycle from concept through disposal, with demonstrated experience leading all phases on a major defense or strategic weapons programHighly proficient with system modeling tools (Cameo/MagicDraw, DOORS) and recognized architectural patterns (SysML, DoDAF); proven experience driving MBSE methodologies on program deliverablesStrong command of digital engineering concepts and their application to program workflows, model management, configuration control, and authoritative sources of truthStrong background in software development, or computing architecture (distributed or cloud systems, virtual machines)Expert-level critical thinking: demonstrated ability to analyze complex, multi-dimensional problems, evaluate alternatives, and independently determine and execute sound solutionsHighly proficient in requirements management tools and Microsoft Office applicationsHighly proficient written and verbal communication skills; ability to present to senior leadership, customers, and cross-functional audiencesUnderstanding and application of project leadership principles including SPI/CPI, Earned Value, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process ControlsAbility to build productive internal and external working relationships; effective negotiation skills with customers and stakeholdersAbility to sell concepts and ideas, influence direction, and drive consensus on technical approachShows initiative, exercises expert independent judgment, and professionally leads projects to completionAwareness of safety and surety principles and their critical role in strategic weapons system engineeringOur 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 securityFlexible 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 moreSee more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefitsWorkplace Options:This position is fully on-site, OR Hybrid/Flex as desired.While on-site, you will be a part of the Pittsfield, MA campus. 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 $124,397.00 - USD $138,003.00 /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 VeteransJob SummaryID: 2026-73569Job Location: US-MA-PittsfieldRequired Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirementsCategory: Engineering-SystemsEmployment Type: Full TimeHiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.