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General Dynamics Mission Systems · 3 weeks ago

Structural Mechanical Engineer

Herndon, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$133K/yr - $141K/yr

5+ years exp

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. As a Senior Structural-Mechanical Engineer for Intelligence Systems, you will be responsible for performing structural analysis, designing mechanical systems, and participating in prototyping and testing activities.

AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performing structural analysis using applicable material resources, methods, and standards

Perform design and development of mechanical systems

Carry out other tasks as required and assigned

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringStructural AnalysisDesign SoftwareTechnical BriefingsEngineering StandardsHardware DesignProfessional Engineer RegistrationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingAttention to DetailFlexibilityHands-on Experience

Required

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field

Requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire

U.S. citizenship is required

Preferred

High attention to detail in structural analysis of assemblies and components fabricated from a range of materials

Capabilities in machine design and engineering analysis

Developing innovative solutions to unique problems

Ability and flexibility to work in an often-dynamic environment with an open mind to unconventional design approaches

Experience with material and component testing to verify design fitness

Structural, civil, and/or mechanical background with a demonstrated proficiency in structural analysis via basic hand calculations in addition to use of one or more design and analysis software tools as required by the task

Experience with preparation and presentation of technical briefings to communicate analysis results, technical trades, design requirements and specifications, and ability to make technical recommendations to customer technical and management staff

Familiarity with engineering standards and codes – ASTM, AISC, ACI, NDS, IBC, etc

Experience with our current CAD and analysis tools – Ansys, Plaxis, Inventor, Revit

Demonstrated proficiency in hardware design, modeling, manufacturing and testing

Hands-on construction experience and interest/ability to fabricate physical proof-of-concept mock-ups in a shop/highbay environment

Flexibility and willingness to work with multi-disciplined teams on a range of tasking, sometimes in new technology areas, outside the ranges of your expertise

Willingness to travel to offsite locations in support of system training and testing

Current Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Structural Engineer (SE) registration

Minimum Secret-level clearance transferrable at time of hire required – TS/SCI with poly is a plus

Benefits

401k matching

Flex time off

Paid parental leave

Healthcare benefits

Health & wellness programs

Employee resource and social groups

Company

General Dynamics Mission Systems

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General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1952

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees