Principal Systems Engineer - Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead

General Dynamics Mission Systems • Pittsfield, MA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Systems Engineer will serve as the Integrated Product Team Lead for the Strategic Weapon Interface Simulator (SWIS) Systems Development team. As an IPT Lead, the engineer leads a cross-discipline team; manages technical, schedule, and cost aspects; ensures product quality and contract compliance; and assists with reporting and estimate-at-completion (EAC) development. The position is based at the Pittsfield, Massachusetts facility and is on-site, with the possibility of occasionally working from home in the future.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field and at least 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree and at least 6 years of relevant experience.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance within a reasonable amount of time.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

• EVMS experience or certification.
• SP23 and GDMS process expertise.
• Testing development experience.
• SWIS system knowledge.
• Experience leading the systems development life cycle.
• Strong proficiency with requirements management and system modeling tools.
• Creative approach to applying technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and help position others for success.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, negotiation experience, and ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for oneself and others.
• Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-discipline team responsible for SWIS Systems Development.
• Manage technical, schedule, and cost aspects of the team’s work.
• Ensure product quality and contract compliance.
• Assist with reporting and estimate-at-completion (EAC) development.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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