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Aerospace & Defense, Government Contracting, Cybersecurity, Information Technology

Advanced Space Systems Engineer

Scottsdale, AZOnsiteFull Time$118,519–$131,482 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Systems Engineering
  • Systems Development Life Cycle
  • Requirements Management
  • System Modeling
  • Technical Leadership
  • TS/SCI clearance

Nice to have

  • Python
  • Space Radiation Effects
  • Space Payloads Design
  • Environmental Testing
  • TVAC
  • vibe

Role summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking an Advanced Space Systems Engineer to analyze, design, develop, and test GDMS systems, ensuring the integration of software, hardware, reliability, maintainability, and safety. Responsibilities include requirements analysis, system design, trade studies, integration, and test. Preferred skills include Python development, familiarity with space radiation effects, experience in Space Payloads Design and Development, and knowledge of test discrepancy processes. The role requires strong proficiency with requirements management and system modeling tools, technical leadership, and excellent communication and negotiation skills. A Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is preferred. This is a full-time, onsite position in Scottsdale, AZ.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

GDMS Advanced Systems Engineers analyze, design, develop and test GDMS systems to ensure the integration of software, hardware, reliability, maintainability, safety and other requirements in the total engineering effort.

Responsibilities include requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis, system design, trade studies, systems integration and test (verification), validation and interface definition studies of system elements. Tasks may include formulating operational concepts; performing mission, functional, cost-benefit and risk analysis; developing signal processing architecture and overall system architecture.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

  • Python development for engineering analysis, automation, test, or data processing
  • Familiarity with space radiation effects
  • Experience in Space Payloads Design, Development or I&T, including Environmental Testing (TVAC, vibe, EMI/EMC), Hardware and software troubleshooting, and RF and electronic test equipment
  • Familiarity with test discrepancy processes, including discrepancy reporting, data collection, failure isolation, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action development, and verification of implemented solutions.
  • Experience documenting and communicating anomaly status, technical findings, risk assessments, and recommended disposition through formal review boards and cross-functional engineering teams.

What sets you apart:

  • Success leading the systems development life cycle with strong proficiency with requirements management and system modeling tools
  • Creative thinker motivated to apply technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions
  • Collaborative team player with the ability to provide technical leadership and position others for success
  • Strong presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Our Commitment to You:

  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. 
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:This position is fully on site.While on-site, you will be a part of Our Scottsdale, AZ Campus - General Dynamics Mission Systems (gdmissionsystems.com)

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $118,519.00 - USD $131,482.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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