Design Systems Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: McLeansville, NC
Salary: $100,219–$111,180 / yr
Posted: 67 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 44 roles within 25 mi

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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 1377 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Design Systems Engineer

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The Seaborne Platform Systems - Design Systems Engineer joins a cross-functional team focused on concept development and system engineering for USN submarine mechanical systems. This role involves developing new and emerging capabilities for the platform and warfighter. Key responsibilities include systems engineering of integrated mechanical systems, requirements management, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical interfaces, test planning, test execution, and reporting. The position also involves concept development, rapid prototyping, and vendor or subcontractor coordination. Candidates should possess a clear understanding of systems engineering concepts, technical standards, and system modeling tools. The work specifically addresses the technical challenges of submarine systems, requiring the ability to apply new information quickly to handle increasing complexity while identifying opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation within these complex mechanical environments.

Skills

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

What you'll do

Perform systems engineering for USN submarine mechanical systems.
Manage requirements for integrated mechanical systems.
Define hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical interfaces.
Develop test plans and execute test reporting.
Lead concept development and rapid prototyping for new technologies.
Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors on project requirements.
Apply AI tools for continuous process improvement and innovation.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related field plus 2 years of relevant experience.
Master's degree plus 6 months of relevant experience.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Systems Engineering of integrated mechanical systems including requirements management, interfaces, and test planning (preferred).
Submarine systems experience (preferred).
Concept Development and Rapid Prototyping (preferred).
Vendor/Subcontractor Coordination (preferred).

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