Autonomous Maritime Platforms, UUV Vehicle Lead

General Dynamics

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: Quincy, MA
Salary: $129,863–$144,066 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $137k

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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Autonomous Maritime Platforms, UUV Vehicle Lead

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The Autonomous Maritime Platforms team at GD Mission Systems in Quincy, MA is seeking a UUV Vehicle Lead to oversee the development and testing of next-generation autonomous underwater vehicles. This senior-level position involves designing technical architectures, integrating payloads, and leading cross-functional engineering teams through rapid prototyping and production transitions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with AUV/UUV technologies, systems engineering principles, and MBSE practices. They must be adept at managing R&D initiatives, interfacing with internal leadership and customers, and fostering a collaborative environment for professional growth. This role demands a deep understanding of the maritime domain and the ability to solve complex technical challenges in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

MBSE Python MATLAB Simulink Git JIRA AWS Kubernetes Docker CI/CD PostgreSQL MongoDB Linux ROS Rapid Prototyping Modelica MATLAB_Simulink

What you'll do

Lead the technical architecture and design of autonomous underwater vehicle systems.
Integrate payload systems and ensure optimal performance in UUV vehicles.
Guide cross-functional engineering teams through rapid system development cycles.
Execute R&D initiatives for next-generation maritime platform prototypes.
Communicate with internal leadership and customers on technical project progress.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field with at least 5 years of experience.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance required at time of hire.
Extensive knowledge and practical experience with autonomous/unmanned undersea vehicles (AUV/UUVs).
Experience leading cross-discipline engineering teams through rapid system design and implementation.
Proficiency in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices and tools.