This role pays less than
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of similar roles. Most pay
$138,687–$177,430
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$150k
versus about
$158k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
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
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Listed pay typically runs
$124,093–$150,385
across 984 roles with salary data.
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer for Land and Air Systems, you will join or lead a cross-functional team responsible for the design and development of Navigation, Communications, and Control systems. You will provide technical input to project management to link strategy with business goals while collaborating across engineering disciplines, manufacturing, and quality assurance. Your daily work involves creating mechanical models and accompanying drawings using solid modeling CAD tools, performing Finite Element Analysis using ANSYS, and applying core mechanical engineering principles. You must navigate complex technical standards, fabrication methods, and specific requirements such as MIL-STD-810 and J-STD-001. This role addresses critical infrastructure challenges within the defense sector by developing practical solutions for national security through advanced engineering of integrated systems in land and air environments.
What does a Mechanical Engineer earn?
Median $150000 from 64 postings across 16 companies.
Design and develop Navigation, Communications, and Control systems for Land and Air Systems.
Create mechanical models and accompanying drawings using advanced solid modeling CAD tools.
Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using ANSYS to evaluate mechanical designs.
Apply technical standards, manufacturing methods, and government/industry standards like MIL-STD-810 and J-STD-001.
Provide technical input to management to align project strategy with business goals.
Write technical papers and proposals to communicate complex engineering concepts.
Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation in engineering processes.
What we're looking for
U.S. citizenship is required.
Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and at least 8 years of experience, or a Master's degree and at least 6 years of experience.
Proficiency with solid modeling CAD tools to create mechanical models and drawings (preferred).
Proficiency with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools like ANSYS (preferred).
Knowledge of mechanical engineering concepts, principles, and theories (preferred).
Knowledge of technical standards, manufacturing methods, and government/industry standards (preferred).
Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 and J-STD-001 (preferred).
SolidWorks
Servo/Stepper Systems
FEA
Design of Experiments (DoE)
FMEA
Motion Control
System Integration
Mechanical Analysis
Thermal Analysis
Product Development
Manufacturing
Automation
Mechanical Engineering
3D CAD
GD&T
NX
Teamcenter
Design for Manufacturability
Machining
Sheet Metal
Injection Molding
Welding
Wire Harnessing
3D Printing
Validation and Reliability Testing