Engineering Dimensional Analysis - Lead Engineer
Sterling Heights, Michigan
Employer: General Dynamics Corporation
Industry: Other
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Responsibilities for this Position
About the Role:
This position offers an opportunity to provide subject matter expertise and technical leadership for the dimensional analysis engineering function. This Engineering Specialist is responsible for upholding the standards set forth in the ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) standard for both GDLS' advanced as well as legacy combat systems. This engineer also plays a key role in the mentorship, knowledge development and guidance of staff within the dimensional management functional area.
INTRODUCTION
General Dynamics is a global Fortune 100 company, proudly serving the aerospace and defense industry for over 70 years. General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS), a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable, and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
WORKING AT GDLS
Whether you are starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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About the Role:
This position offers an opportunity to provide subject matter expertise and technical leadership for the dimensional analysis engineering function. This Engineering Specialist is responsible for upholding the standards set forth in the ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) standard for both GDLS' advanced as well as legacy combat systems. This engineer also plays a key role in the mentorship, knowledge development and guidance of staff within the dimensional management functional area.
INTRODUCTION
General Dynamics is a global Fortune 100 company, proudly serving the aerospace and defense industry for over 70 years. General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS), a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable, and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
WORKING AT GDLS
Whether you are starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.
- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
- competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%)
- Educational Assistance
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track
- Provide comprehensive GD&T analysis related technical expertise.
- Development and maintenance of Dimensional Management project plans.
- Evaluate model objectives and provide Datum scheme recommendations.
- Direct and monitor the development of the GD&T callouts of the models and drawings to ensure compliance with ASME Y14.5M-2009.
- Conduct manual tolerance evaluations of subsystem and component designs to ensure design functionality and design variation are considered.
- Ensure the objectives of engineering functionality and manufacturing producibility requirements are balanced.
- Provide accurate interpretation and application of ASME standards and dimensional analysis requirements across engineering functions.
- Continuous involvement in design reviews to maximize first pass design quality.
- Set technical project direction through understanding of contractual requirements and engineering best practices.
- Collaborate with Program Management, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, USG and vendors on issues & corrective actions.
- Support production related build issues.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts that address engineering efficiency.
- Foster a spirit of knowledge sharing through mentorship, training material development & delivery.
- Minimum requirement of a Bachelors in Engineering. Advanced degrees in a technical discipline preferred.
- 7+ years of related experience.
- Active ASME Y14-.5 Senior-Level Certification
- Strong knowledge of GD&T and application of ASME Y14.5-2009
- Exceptional understanding of mechanical engineering practices related to military ground vehicle designs.
- Experience in performing tolerance stack-up analysis on assemblies.
- Experience working with Teamcenter and NX (or equivalent PDM/PLM and CAD/CAE applications).
- Proficiency in Siemens Vis-VSA and/or 3DCS Variation Analysis software.
- Ability to work with 2D drawings as well as ability to work in a 3D CAD environment.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing fabrication, processes and capabilities.
- Working knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly practices.
- Knowledge of statistical qualification of machinery, tooling & functional gaging practices.
- Knowledge of quality inspection techniques and ability to interpret CMM data.
- Knowledge of machine design engineering practices & material applications.
- Experience engaging with all levels of the organization.
- Very strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong desire to offer technical mentorship and guidance.
- A mindset of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Occasional overtime required.
- Minimal travel (5%) required.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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Created: 2024-07-02
Reference: 14582323
Country: United States
State: Michigan
City: Sterling Heights
ZIP: 48310
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