Mechanical Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc • Pittsfield, MA

33d • $95,384 - $105,817 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Mechanical Engineer for FBM Fire Control, you will be part of a cross-functional team responsible for designing, testing, implementing, building, and installing Fire Control tactical, trainer, and test equipment. The position may be performed fully onsite or in a hybrid/flexible arrangement. When working onsite, the employee will be based at the Pittsfield 1 Plastics office.

The role offers research-oriented work alongside teams developing practical solutions for national security, with opportunities for ongoing learning and development. The schedule may follow a 9/80 arrangement, with every other Friday off if desired.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, Technology, or Mathematics field, plus at least 2 years of job-related experience; alternatively, a Master's degree and at least 6 months of job-related experience.
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance at the time of hire.
• Eligibility for access to classified information following a U.S. Government security investigation.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Proficiency with CAD modeling tools to create mechanical models and drawings.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods and technical, government, and industry standards.
• Ability to think creatively and lead a team in preparing project designs, testing, and prototype fabrication.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to team success.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.
• Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Nice To Haves

• Agile experience.
• Electromechanical equipment design.
• Electronics packaging design.
• Production support.
• Installation support.
• Environmental testing.
• Modeling and analysis.
• Drawing development.

Responsibilities

• Design Fire Control tactical, trainer, and test equipment.
• Test Fire Control tactical, trainer, and test equipment.
• Implement, build, and install Fire Control tactical, trainer, and test equipment.
• Prepare project designs, testing, and prototype fabrication, potentially leading a team.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching.
• Flexible time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Employee resource and social groups.
• Flexible schedules, including an optional 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level