Systems Engineering Lead

General Dynamics

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Dedham, MA
Salary
$164,892–$176,000 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
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This role $170k
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This role pays less than 51% of similar roles. Most pay $146,500–$200,704 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $170k versus about $174k 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.

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TL;DR · Systems Engineering Lead

As a Systems Engineering Lead within the Space, Cyber, and Intelligence business area, you will lead a cross-functional team responsible for Crypto & Cross Domain Solution products. You will focus specifically on leading systems development efforts for the Data at Rest technology area while managing the systems development life cycle. The role requires providing technical leadership to your team, championing new ideas, and navigating complex customer requirements through effective negotiation and communication. Key competencies include Security Software Architecture, Leadership, and Cost Account Management. Preferred technical skills and tools include Cameo/MBSE and IP Networking. You will work on critical products designed for national security, specifically addressing challenges within the crypto and cross-domain solution space to ensure secure data management in high-stakes environments.

What you'll do

  • Lead a cross-functional team responsible for Crypto & Cross Domain Solution products.
  • Direct systems development efforts specifically for the Data at Rest (DAR) technology area.
  • Manage the full systems development life cycle for space, cyber, and intelligence projects.
  • Provide technical leadership to guide team members toward successful project outcomes.
  • Champion new ideas and process improvements based on current technology trends.
  • Negotiate with customers to meet challenging requirements with win-win solutions.
  • Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related field with 8 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 6 years of experience.
  • Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Experience in Security Software Architecture (preferred).
  • Leadership and Cost Account Management skills (preferred).
  • Demonstrated success leading the systems development life cycle.
  • Strong presentation, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Knowledge of Cameo/MBSE and IP Networking tools (preferred).

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