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General Dynamics Mission Systems

Builds secure electronics for defense missions

Electrical Hardware Design Engineer – Entry Level

Electrical EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeTaunton, MA, USA$77.8k - $86.4k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related science, engineering, or mathematics field is required.
  • U.S. citizenship is required because of the nature of the work.
  • Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation.
  • Preferred skills and experience include designing AC/DC system-level power distribution schematics and signal interconnects, and cabling and wiring harness designs using Microsoft Visio.
  • Preferred skills include circuit breaker scheduling and system load balancing for single-phase and three-phase power systems.
  • Preferred skills include power and signal cabling and wire run list design, and VPX backplane connectivity design.
  • Working knowledge of laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes and Ethernet network testers, is preferred.
  • A high-level understanding of the hardware development process throughout a program lifecycle is desired.
  • Some experience or knowledge with EMI cable and wiring harness design is desired.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Visio for engineering drawing designs is desired.
  • A background in testing, troubleshooting, and reading system-level power schematics and interconnects is desired.
  • Strong communication skills and a commitment to collaborative work and ongoing professional development are desired.

Responsibilities

  • Design complex, mission-critical systems as part of a cross-functional team.
  • Develop and learn program phases, including requirements analysis, system power schematic and interconnect design, and cabling and wire harness design and routing.
  • Support manufacturing, integration and test, and qualification of the hardware system.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop systems that meet customer expectations.
  • Primarily support the Land and Airborne Systems business area by developing mission computers, sensor processors, and communication network systems, with opportunities to work across GDMS.

About the Company

General Dynamics Mission Systems

Builds secure electronics for defense missions

General Dynamics Mission Systems builds defense electronics and integrated systems for military, intelligence and civil government customers. Its equipment connects people and platforms across land, sea, air, space and cyber missions, from tactical radios to satellite ground infrastructure. The business designs submarine weapon controls, aircraft processing equipment and encryption products that protect classified voice, video and data. Government contracts fund development and production, and its products become components of larger military platforms and integrated national security systems. A business unit of General Dynamics, it is headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Chantilly, VA
Founded
1952

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