Guidance Senior Advanced Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Pittsfield, MA

3d•$142,696 - $158,303•Hybrid

About The Position

This individual will work within a Guidance Systems team performing analysis, design, implementation, and test activities as part of a system development effort. Additional tasks include support of on-going Internal Research & Development (IRAD) activities in the area of inertial guidance. These tasks are related to activities in our Advanced Guidance Lab (AGL) and Guidance Development Lab (GDL) and include guidance concepts/technologies, test equipment development tools and lab infrastructure. The selected candidate should also have good oral and written communications skills, and perform work assignments under minimal supervision, and support frequent communications within and across Integrated Product Teams.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Experience with MATLAB.
Knowledge and understanding of electronics and electrical systems.
Operations of basic laboratory environments and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience
AI experience
Familiarity with Circuit design and analysis
Familiarity with FPGA design
Familiarity with Closed loop control
Simulation and modelling experience
Experience with embedded programming (C, C++, Python, JavaScript) and microcontrollers
Basic knowledge of inertial sensors
Familiarity with Estimation theory, filtering, and data reduction
Agile Method experience
Familiarity with LabView
Leadership Experience (leading a team of 5+ engineers) preferred
Self-starter, ability to lead and execute with technical contributions as well

Responsibilities

Perform analysis, design, implementation, and test activities as part of a system development effort.
Support on-going Internal Research & Development (IRAD) activities in the area of inertial guidance.
Engage in activities related to guidance concepts/technologies, test equipment development tools, and lab infrastructure.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, within and across Integrated Product Teams.
Perform work assignments under minimal supervision.
Demonstrate a scientific background and an understanding of Guidance Navigation & Controls.
Utilize MATLAB for engineering tasks.
Advance GDMS technology.
Demonstrate passion for innovation and a sophisticated understanding of various engineering systems.
Advance General Dynamics Mission Systems technology.
Possess knowledge and understanding of electronics and electrical systems.
Operate basic laboratory environments and equipment.
Lead and execute with technical contributions.
Deliver innovative, flexible, integrated solutions to meet customers changing business needs.
Support and engage in programs, projects and practices behind the General Dynamics Mission Systems culture and strategy, and comply with all policies and procedures.
Follow industry and department trends and developments to ensure General Dynamics Mission Systems services are consistent with, and/or superior to, industry best practice.