Posted 1 month ago
Sr Systems Engineer
FolsomOn-siteFull-time$105k–$142k
AI Summary
Designs, implements, and maintains systems infrastructure for hardware and software programs, manages requirements and design changes, and leads milestone reviews and risk management activities.
About this role
Company Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters.Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!Job Summary
Create and refine systems engineering processes at GDOTS Healdsburg/Folsom for implementation across programs for hardware and software | Derive, trace, and manage system requirements throughout program lifecycles using management software tools | Coordinate design change impact assessments on products and subassemblies | Host meetings with internal and customer stakeholders to mature and manage requirements; lead major milestone reviews | Lead and support ongoing program activities such as risk management, reliability analyses, and trade studies. *We are on a 9/80 schedule (9 hour days Monday - Thursday, alternating Fridays off, opposite Fridays 8 hour days)Impact of the Role
General Profile
- Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines
- Solves complex problems
- Works independently, receives minimal guidance
- May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
- Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
Essential Functions
- Responsible for the overall systems infrastructure including engineering, implementation and integration, and technical services and support.
- Designs, implements, installs, maintains, and administers infrastructures including hardware, software, and various configurations.
- Monitors overall performance to proactively identify potential issues and tune appropriately.
- Performs root cause analysis on failed components and implements corrective measures.
- Works with others to establish and improve processes and procedures.
- May have sole responsibility for projects and participate in disaster recovery exercises.
- Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience
- Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
- Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
- Knowledge, skills & abilities: Technical expertise. Analytical thinking skills. Problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
- Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
- Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Travel Requirements
Up to 25% travel likely.Pay Range (USD)
$105,000.00 - $142,000.00Additional Compensation
Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company’s Gain Sharing Program.Benefits
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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.Skills
Configuration ManagementDisaster RecoveryExcelMicrosoft OfficePowerPointProject ManagementReliability AnalysisRequirements ManagementRisk ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisSystems EngineeringTrade StudiesWord
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