Advanced Engineering Support Specialist

Responsibilities for this Position
Advanced Engineering Support Specialist

ID: 2024-64173
USA-CT-Groton
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 10/8/2024
Category: Technicians/Technical Support
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience). Requires an additional 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years of job-related experience.

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.

Responsibilities for this Position

Put your engineering talent to the ultimate test. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced our teams often redefine whats possible for the world. If you want to be a leader with the company that delivers smart solutions for our nations challenges, this is your opportunity.

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Advanced Engineering Support Specialist supporting the Nosis and STRMS Programs. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports the knowlege, training, qualification, and proficeincy of some of our nations core defense/intelligence services and systems. Our employees work closely with esteemed fleet and government customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions around the world.

In our highly collaborative and global environment, youll provide lab, onboard, and distance support and services direct to our fleet customers and our own field support team. Essentially, youll perform research, installation, and engineering laboratory functions involving the layout, building, testing, fielding, troubleshooting, and repairing of software, devices, assemblies, systems, and third-party applications, as well as, perform technical activities which impact the proposal, system level design, detail design and manufacture of advanced software and electronics systems.

What youll experience:

• Technologies that support the qualifications, training, proficiency, and communications for our fleet customers ensuring they are ready to perform at the highest level when duty calls.
• A team of bold thinkers committed to providing direct support to our customers and exploring whats next
• Opportunities to grow and gain new knowledge - as its discovered
• Travel ~25%

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelors of Science or Technology degree, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Subject matter expert (SME) in one discipline/field and developing working knowledge in adjacent disciplines/fields
• Proficient understanding and application of engineering principles, concepts, practices, and standards

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Quick learner who can operate independently and resolve complex issues, but also work well with a team to provide and take input to accomplish tasks.
• Microsoft Windows Server and/or Linux Server Administration experience.
• Oracle Database operation and maintenance.
• Previous CANES or PPLAN Network administrator experience.
• Must be able to complete all requirements for DoD 8570 Certification within 6 months.
• Must have strong organizational and analytical skills as well as practical problem-solving and decision making-skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, with minimal supervision, and be able to manage multiple projects and issues simultaneously.
• Load and update software applications as required.
• Operation in a shipboard Information Technology Customer support capacity.
• Linux, ORACLE, VMware, Hyper-V, MSSQL, Windows Server 2008 or higher.
• CompTIA Security + Certification.
• Linux + Certification or equivalent training and experience.
• Experience with VBScript, JavaScript, Windows Scripting, WBEM, .NET, JBOSS.
• Experience with CANES or PPLAN Environments
• Use, administration, and maintenance of Nosis and/or STRMS Software Suites
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of working in a shipboard environment.

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $101,348.00 - USD $112,433.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

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