General Dynamics Mission Systems ยท 23 hours ago
Advanced Mechanical Engineer
Bloomington, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$113K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems is a leader in high technology solutions for defense and intelligence services. They are seeking an Advanced Mechanical Engineer to design and develop mechanical systems while leading projects and providing technical input to management.
AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Performs design and development in such areas as mechanical, thermal, thermodynamic, or heat transfer for production, transmission, measurement, and use of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems
Leads development of strategic tasks or small to mid-size projects by applying engineering and organizational knowledge and expertise to achieve technical goals
Provides technical input to Project or Engineering Management in linking project-related strategy to achieve business goals
Monitors the project from initiation through delivery including planning and directing schedules and monitoring budget/spending
Understands and interprets the technical, organizational and process aspects of the task assigned and can relate them to the technical needs of the overall project or organization
Plans and executes small to mid-size projects or task elements within larger projects, organizations, or for groups of projects
Responsible for the completion of assigned engineering tasks or mid-size projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines
Directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of engineering tasks or small projects within area of assigned responsibility
Actively uncovers technical and organizational risks and ensures they are included in risk mitigation plans
Participates in development of program strategies and teaming strategies as they relate to the assigned project
Participates in the development of executable project plans on proposal
Mentors lower labor grades in mechanical principles and project performance
Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Carries out other tasks, not listed, assigned by supervisor
Travel may be required
Security clearance may be required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field
5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience
Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire
U.S. citizenship is required
Preferred
Proficient knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (ANSYS)
Strong proficiency with modeling CAD tools to create mechanical models and drawings
Extensive knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods, as well as technical, government, and industry standards
Collaborative, creative thinker with experience leading complex projects
Strong communication skills with ability to write technical papers and proposals
Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
Benefits
401k matching
Flex time off
Paid parental leave
Healthcare benefits
Health & wellness programs
Employee resource and social groups
Company
General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bo Elam
VP and CFO
Scott Butler
Senior Vice President Program Execution
Recent News
2025-11-09
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