Engineering Leadership Program Engineer

General Dynamics

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Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
McLeansville, NC
Salary
$77,843–$86,358 / yr
Posted
9 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $200k
This role $82k
$58k most similar roles pay here $266k

This role pays less than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $157,000–$243,600 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $82k versus about $200k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About General Dynamics

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.

General Dynamics currently has 1123 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $124,093–$150,385 across 984 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Engineering Leadership Program Engineer

The Engineering Leadership Program Engineer (Class of 2027) is a specialized role within the GD Mission Systems team designed for early-career professionals. Participants in this program will rotate through various disciplines, including their primary major, Systems Engineering, Business Development, and Internal Research and Development. While completing these rotations, the individual will pursue a technical master's degree, participate in internal training, engage with the community, and build a professional network. The role requires a strong technical background, leadership experience, and interpersonal skills to solve complex problems related to national security. Candidates must possess a degree in fields such as Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering. The work involves research-oriented tasks and developing practical solutions for defense missions while identifying opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation across various domains of operation.

What you'll do

  • Rotate through various engineering disciplines including your major, systems engineering, and business development.
  • Participate in internal research and development (IRAD) projects.
  • Complete a technical master's degree while working in the program.
  • Engage in community involvement and professional networking activities.
  • Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Develop practical solutions for national security through research-oriented work.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems, Mechanical, Electrical (Analog), Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • A GPA of at least 3.2 is required, with 3.6 preferred.
  • Previous internship or project work in your discipline.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage time effectively, communicate clearly, and work in a team environment.
  • Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

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