General Dynamics Mission Systems · 15 hours ago
UAV/Advanced Mechanical Engineer
Manassas, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$113K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems is a leading provider of high technology solutions for defense and scientific operations. The UAV/Advanced Mechanical Engineer will work collaboratively with other engineers to design, build, and test UAVs, ensuring readiness for flight testing and interfacing with senior technical staff.
AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work with other engineers to design, build, and test the UAV
Assemble UAVs to prepare for flight testing
Perform engine bench testing to ensure engines are ready for flight testing
Interface with the Lead Designer and Senior Technical Engineer on a daily basis
Perform flight ready verification of the UAV
Qualification
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 obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after 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
Preferred
UAV flight experience
Team player
Mechanical Engineering experience
Hands-on experience assembling prototype systems
MS Office products experience
Atlassian Suite experience
Experienced with AoA, LOB, prop pitch, thermodynamics, etc
Experienced with small engine aircraft
Experienced with Ardupilot
Able to lead ME and EE at all levels of experience
The innate ability to build your design in a lab and successfully complete a flight
Benefits
401k matching
Flex time off
Paid parental leave
Healthcare benefits
Health & wellness programs
Employee resource and social groups
And more
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
Washington Technology
2026-01-17
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