Design Systems Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: McLeansville, NC
Salary: $100,219–$111,180 / yr
Posted: 22 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 9 roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $180k

This role $106k

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This role pays less than 94% of similar roles. Most pay $146,450–$213,531 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $106k versus about $180k for comparable roles.

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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.

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TL;DR · Design Systems Engineer

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Seaborne Platform Systems - Design Systems Engineer will join a cross-functional team focused on concept development and system engineering for USN submarine mechanical systems. This role involves developing new and emerging capabilities and technologies specifically for the platform and warfighter. The engineer will manage requirements, handle hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical interfaces, and perform test planning, execution, and reporting. Key responsibilities also include rapid prototyping and vendor or subcontractor coordination. To succeed, the candidate must possess a strong understanding of systems engineering principles, technical standards, and system modeling tools. The work centers on solving complex problems within submarine systems to enhance maritime capabilities. Required skills include expertise in integrated mechanical systems and an ability to apply new information quickly while navigating increasing complexity in a collaborative environment focused on innovative defense solutions.

Skills

Systems Engineering Requirements Management System Modeling Rapid Prototyping Mechanical Systems Test Planning Test Execution AI

What you'll do

Perform concept development for USN submarine mechanical systems.
Manage requirements for integrated hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical interfaces.
Develop and execute test plans and reports for new platform capabilities.
Conduct rapid prototyping to develop emerging technologies for the warfighter.
Coordinate activities with vendors and subcontractors.
Utilize system modeling tools to manage complex engineering requirements.
Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous process improvement and innovation.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related field with at least 2 years of experience.
Master's degree with at least 6 months of relevant experience.
Active Department of Defense Secret security clearance required at time of hire.
U.S. citizenship is required for access to classified information.
Experience in systems engineering of integrated mechanical systems including requirements management and test planning.
Familiarity with submarine systems, concept development, and rapid prototyping.
Proficiency in requirements management and system modeling tools.
Ability to coordinate with vendors and subcontractors.

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