General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems · 2 weeks ago
Sr Mechanical Engineer (Analyst - Thermal focus) (Remote Option Available)
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering, and production of munitions, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems. The company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to conduct thermal analysis of solid rocket motor components, collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, interface with customers, and support technical excellence.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Applies engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment
Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
Confers with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications
Specifies system components or directs modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
Investigates equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew
Qualification
Required
* Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines
* Solves complex problems
* Works independently, receives minimal guidance
* May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
* Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
* Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
* **Required education and experience:** Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience
* **Discipline/Major:** Engineering degree required
* **Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills:** Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Oral and written communication skills
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Ability to meet deadlines
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Interpersonal skills
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Problem-solving skills
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Analytical thinking skills
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Applied mechanics
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Design engineering
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Design optimization
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Design review
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Mechanical engineering
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Prototyping
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Requirements engineering/analysis
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** CAD software
* **Knowledge, skills & abilities:** Computer-aided engineering (CAE) software
* Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time
* Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities
* May need to stand for long periods of time
* Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential
* Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery
Up to 25% travel likely
Preferred
* **Preferred education and experience:** Bachelor's Degree
* **Thermal Ablative Analysis experience is strongly preferred**
Benefits
Healthcare benefits
Wellness benefits
Retirement benefits
Work/life benefits
Career development programs
Recognition programs
Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company’s Gain Sharing Program.
Remote work option
9/80 schedule
Company
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
Military weapons systems and ammunition.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joe Buzzett
Chief Technology Officer
Kyle McFarland
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2026-03-19
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