Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
ID: 2024-64388
USA-VA-Marion
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 11/12/2024
Category: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelors degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: 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
Join General Dynamics Mission Systems as a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer focused on aerospace composites and machined parts. We build military and commercial radomes, aerostructures, and modular shelters, working closely with companies such as Boeing, Lockheed-Martin, and Raytheon, as well as the Navy, Air Force, and Army.
In this role, you will develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing methods, operation sequences, and processes for parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies. You will collaborate with design engineering to release new products and estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards, and recommend tooling and process requirements. Your expertise will help improve manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials, fabrication processes, and production equipment. Additionally, you will lead quality initiatives using Six Sigma methodology, document procedures, and provide process analysis for new business opportunities. The role involves working closely with hourly personnel, applying craftsmanship-like techniques, and ensuring competitive and cost-effective processes. Join us and be part of a team that develops mission-critical systems to keep people safe, offering challenging and rewarding career opportunities.
What youll experience:
- Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
- A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
- Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered
- A Bachelors degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
- Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and electrical/mechanical components, systems and applications
- Solid understanding of lean techniques and statistical analysis
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to interface with both management-level personnel as well as hourly employees
- Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
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 $77,103.00 - USD $85,537.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.
We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran
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Marion, VA
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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