Sr Advanced Engineering Technician

Sr Advanced Engineering Technician

Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they’re often classified. That’s what you’ll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you’ll lead amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it’s time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

The Sr Advanced Engineering Technician will act as a leader and mentor to new technicians in the support of engineering activities such as designing, testing, checking-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. This may entail performing the following:

• Interprets complex engineering drawings, diagrams and schematics, and understand the necessary interfaces
• Performs complex system level troubleshooting to component level
• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and troubleshooting functions
• Lays out, builds, calibrates, adjusts, installs and maintains equipment, components, devices or systems

What you’ll experience:

• Perform functional and verification testing of CWL electronic systems and subsystems
• Execute established test procedures and document results accurately
• Operate and interpret data from electronic test equipment, including:
• Digital and analog multimeters
• Oscilloscopes
• Power supplies
• Signal generators
• Troubleshoot electronic circuits, wiring, connectors, power distribution, and control electronics to isolate failures
• Support failure analysis and root-cause investigations in coordination with engineering teams
• Verify hardware configuration against released electrical schematics and technical documentation
• Identify, document, and track discrepancies, anomalies, and corrective actions
• Support regression testing after hardware or design changes
• Maintain test setups, cables, and equipment used for CWL testing
• Follow safety, quality, and configuration control procedures
• Participate in technical reviews, test readiness activities, and problem-solving discussions as required

What you bring to the table:

• Strong background in electronic CCA/PWB troubleshooting
• Experience diagnosing faults on circuit cards
• Experience using Linux and Automated Test Systems
• Experience operating and interpreting data from electronic test equipment, including:
• Digital and analog multimeters
• Oscilloscopes
• Power supplies
• Signal generators

What sets you apart:

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Superior communication and collaboration skills
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Note:

This position is 100% on-site and we are not offering relocation assistance at this time.

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 $37.50 - USD $40.50 /Hr.

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