Chief Engineer

Basic Qualifications :
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science or or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 15+ years of leadership experience in development and delivery of Military sysetms. Applicants with a Master's degree and minimum of 13 years of related leadership experience are also eligible.

 

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required at time 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:
The position can be successfully fulfilled from either Dedham MA, Taunton MA, or Pittsfield MA.

 

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS), a market leader and technology innovator, is seeking talented professionals to deliver cutting edge solutions to our DoD customers. GDMS has an immediate opening for the Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) Chief Engineer. Our team works closely with United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) and our Air Force and Navy customers to develop, deploy, and sustain resilient solutions that provide assured command and control of our nation’s strategic deterrent.

 

The selected candidate will lead definition of technical strategies and solutions within our NC3 business segment. The strategic deterrent mission demands we deliver advanced capabilities for our warfighters through high reliability, high assurance, cyber-resilient systems. As the Chief Engineer, you will lead development of technical road-maps and hold final technical authority over the design, production, installation, and activation of systems that satisfy our customers’ functional, behavioral, afford-ability, interface, and operational requirements.  In this role, you will work closely with our Business Development organization to understand customer needs and present conceptual solutions aligned with GDMS capabilities.  You will also drive consistent implementation of design-to-cost processes and work to optimize these processes to sharpen competitiveness.

 

In addition to receiving a competitive salary, flexible work environment, generous health and personal benefits, the successful candidate will enhance the skill set of a talented and technically accomplished group of colleagues. 

 

General Dynamics Mission Systems believes there are several enabling behaviors that will influence your success as a leader. These behaviors will also serve as leading indicators of your performance and growth as a leader and will serve to build trust from your teams, your customer, and the organization. These behaviors are:

Develop yourself

Develop others

Be a team player

Communicate effectively

Develop and sustain the relationships you need to be successful

Shape culture and positively impact the morale, motivation, and engagement of those around you

Operate at the right level and deliver on your commitments

Think and act strategically

Confront reality

Take reasonable, managed risks

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Systems architect with broad background in various engineering disciplines (e.g., systems, software, electrical, mechanical, cyber, communications)

Experience with the design, certification, and operation of strategic weapon systems inclusive of ICBMs, SLBMs, strategic bombers, and NC3 systems

Experience with full engineering life-cycle of complex military systems including concept development, requirements specification, design, integration, test, verification, validation, logistics, training, sustainment, and obsolescence management

Proven ability to engage customers, understand requirements, present candidate solutions, and adapt solutions to align with evolving needs

Development and implementation of technology road-maps in support of long-range strategic objectives, including planning and oversight of Independent Research and Development (IRAD) activities aligned with these objectives

Experience as technical lead on competitive proposals containing significant engineering development and manufacturing content

Excellent oral and written communication skills including demonstrated ability to clearly present technical concepts to customer and company leadership, both technical and programmatic

Experience assessing and managing technical risks and leading the investigation and resolution of technical issues on critical, high visibility programs

Experience with military networks, communication systems, and associated technologies

Demonstrated success leading large, distributed, and multi-disciplinary engineering teams in developing and delivering cost-effective solutions to customer problems

What you’ll experience:A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next

Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:Exceptional leadership and communication skills

Recognized as an expert in your field

Ability to ability to anticipate technology, process, and skill needs

What sets you apart:Easily and effectively communicate technical topics to a diverse audience

Ability to create an environment where the impact of technology on the business is clearly recognized

Exceptional aptitude for applying or developing highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts

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:
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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 world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s 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

 

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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