Autonomous Maritime Platforms - UUV Vehicle Lead

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:Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. 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 ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:The Autonomous Maritime Platforms Systems Engineering team is looking for Autonomous/Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (AUV/UUV) Lead to execute the development, implementation, and testing of rapid next generation prototype platforms. You will be responsible for the overall technical architecture solution, including the vehicle system design, interfaces, payload integration and performance, leading a team of highly skilled cross functional engineers, from development through prototype and transition to production. You will work closely with Chief Engineers and Engineering Program Managers to execute our mission, support a variety of initiatives, and solve technical challenges for our customers. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:Expansive background in the maritime domain, platform integration, and systems engineer process, concepts, and principles.Extensive knowledge of autonomous/unmanned undersea vehicles (AUV/UUVs) technologies, principles, theories and concepts, as well as practical experience.Experience leading teams of cross discipline engineers through rapid system design and implementationExperience working or leading Research & Development (R&D) initiatives Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices and tools proficiency.Proven experience designing, modeling, and troubleshooting dynamic control systems, with a strong understanding of control theory and system dynamics.What sets you apart: Proven communication and ability to interface with internal and customer leadership, lead technical meetings, and navigate through challenges as they ariseCreative thinker with demonstrated success leading the systems development life cycleCollaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for successA passion for innovation and creating groundbreaking solutions in a growing maritime domainDetailed oriented project planning and task management working across multi-discipline teamsFosters an environment to motivate and push for professional development for yourself and othersIdentifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovationOur Commitment to You:An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development through professional leadership programs, personalized-based development plans, and educational resources. Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s securityRecognition and Support within a high performing team dedicated to successFlexible 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 While on-site, you will be a part of the Quincy, MA facility. [ #LI-Hybrid#LI-TM1 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 $129,863.00 - USD $144,066.00 /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: 2026-73239Job Location: US-MA-QuincyRequired Clearance: SecretCategory: Engineering-SystemsEmployment Type: Full TimeHiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.