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.Keeping people safe worldwide is what we do. Developing mission-critical systems is how we do it. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind. We are hiring a Fire Control Test subject matter expert and hardware engineer for the Trainers team. Our team delivers cutting edge training systems to the submarine fleets of both the US Navy and Royal Australian Navy. The work is fast-paced and exciting and often involves integrating software builds that are not yet complete to deliver training for systems and capabilities that are not yet present in the Submarine Fleet. Training is deployed to Navy Bases including San Diego, Pearl Harbor, Bangor, Norfolk, Groton, Kings Bay and Perth, Australia.Your Role as a Fire Control Test subject matter expert:Develops and executes test plans to prepare training systems for deliveryDevelops and executes system verification test documentation at customer sites to sell-off deliverable systemsInstructs in the operation and maintenance of the system, providing technical expertise to customers, users, and company personnel Participates in the tactical planning and design of the system by attending system operation demos at industry partner locationsDesigns, develops, analyzes, troubleshoots and provides technical skills during research and product developmentYour Role as a Hardware Technician:Installs, configures, tests, maintains, monitors, and troubleshoots development hardwareSupports the design and implementation of hardware infrastructureEffectively participates in the engineering work team and supports other team members concerning design, materials, equipment setup/maintenance and related issuesMaintains hardware inventory and documents hardware configuration changesSupports analysis of power/cooling requirements for server room sustainmentRequired Skills:Expert knowledge of the AN/BYG-1 Combat Control SystemExperience working with the SWFTS communitySignificant experience and understanding of installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network and computer hardwareBuilds effective internal/external working relationships Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment, and professionally executes projects with little direction Demonstrates effective written and verbal communications skills Demonstrates problem solving skills when resolving process and technical issues Travel will be required at least 10% of the timePreferred Experience: Experience with Navy Submarine DesignExperience with MPA, NECDIS, Strike, ISATExperience with AN/BVY-1 Experience with AN/BQQ-10 Experience with AN/BLQ-10Basic Linux command line navigation skillsThis 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.USD $90,359.00 - USD $97,771.00 /Yr.General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Fire Control Test and Hardware Technician