MTWS ILS team

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Manassas, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a prior Fire Control Technician (Submarines) or Sonar Technician (Submarines) with at least 6 years onboard U.S. Navy Submarines to help design, develop and deliver support products for the Common Weapons Launcher (CWL)/Multi Tube Weapons Simulator (MTWS). Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and experience with the submarine fleet combat system, AN/BYG-1. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of what’s possible. Here you’ll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. Showing initiative and exercising judgement, you’ll design, develop, analyze, troubleshoot and provide technical skills during research and/or product development, analyze effects of projects upon various areas such as Engineering, Facilities, and the labor pool to determine the most practical and cost-efficient methods to obtain the required resources and design systems, software and equipment layout. Participating on the engineering work team, you’ll develop, implement, install, test, modify and/or operate complex equipment and systems as well as support other team members concerning experiment design, materials, equipment setup/maintenance and related issues.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor’s or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience). Requires an additional 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense 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.
Experience developing military curriculum and/or giving military training required
Familiarity with maintenance and troubleshooting procedures; experience writing procedures a plus.
Ability to prepare documentation in a variety of formats (e.g. .doc, .PDF, HTML and XML).
Familiarity with military documentation and current DoD specifications and standards including, but not limited to, MIL-STD-1472, Tag-Out User’s Manual, and MIL-STD-236
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel a must)
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of military/commercial requirements/specifications
Previous Navy experience is a must
Demonstrated skills consistent with a team-based work environment
Willingness to travel and perform duties onboard naval vessels or in lab environments.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience developing Navy training documents and material
Employs Instructional Design practices to design curriculum to support operations and maintenance training
Experience with Submarine Launchers, AN/BYG-1
Ability to handle multiple projects and work well under pressure
Proven conflict management skills
Qualified Master Training Specialist - not required, but is a plus

Responsibilities

Review and provide feedback on draft and preliminary maintenance documents and technical manuals
Validate test procedures during testing events both in the lab and on submarines, sometimes requiring shift work
Create operations and maintenance procedures for technical manuals and training documents
Travel to support Navy customers in a lab based environment

Benefits

An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more

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