R&D Engineer I - General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems

Overview:

Job Summary: 

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an R&D Engineer I to join our diverse and skilled product development engineering team in Bothell, WA team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative team member to help shape and support our mission.

 

GD-OTS in Bothell offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.

 

Summary: 

The R&D Engineer I will own a wide range of product development and test engineering scope supporting our contracted and internally funded programs. In this role, you will work with other team members to execute complex programs from concept through development, qualification and production. You will apply creative technical solutions through a high-level degree of engineering skills and principles including mechanical design, structural analysis, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics. Work will include the verification of product design through extensive component and system level test campaigns. You will be responsible for creating detailed test programs and defining hardware requirements to execute the planned activities. You will work with both internal and customer integrated product teams to plan, coordinate and execute test campaigns that will be conducted at GD-OTS and external facilities.

Major Position Responsibilities:

• Conducts research, design, and development activities with the goal of developing new or improved products, processes, or services. 
• Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize designs for manufacturability. 
• Applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities.
• Conducts market research, tracks projects, builds spreadsheets evaluating trade space, designs presentation slides, and executes business-oriented tasks. 
• Summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies.
• Assesses the scope of research projects and ensures projects are on time and within budget.
• Develops technical documentation for all projects.
• Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.  

Basic Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree and 0-3 years experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Electrical Engineering
• Working understanding of basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts, including thermal and structural engineering
• Performs routine assignments using existing procedures
• Ability to analyze test data and verify compliance against system requirements
• Ability to work with other functional teams in the accomplishment of hardware development, fabrication, assembly and test
• Previous working knowledge of Creo, Windchill and Jira
• Ability to translate general customer requirements into products, specific requirements and program elements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interface
• Must be able to possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to re-prioritize on the fly
• Position requires a high degree of analytical aptitude with strong problem solving skills
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals while performing a variety of complex tasks
• Works under limited supervision
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
• Must be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlines
• Works within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safety
• Operates under minimal direction and exercises moderate to independent judgment
• Decisions are guided by policy, procedures and business plan

Other Requirements: 

• Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
• Professional demeanor and presentation skills for frequent meetings, presentations, and site visits
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of time

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.

Pay Range (USD):49,700.00 - 92,300.00Pay Transparency Statement:The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.Benefits:Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave:Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.