Sonar Technician - Multiple Teams

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience, plus 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of 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 what’s possible for the world. If you want to be a leader with the company that delivers smart solutions for our nation’s challenges, this is your opportunity. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. In our highly collaborative and global environment, you’ll analyze the effects of projects upon various areas such as Engineering, Facilities, and the labor pool to determine the most practical and cost-efficient methods to obtain the required resources and participate in the tactical planning for completion of identified project segment. Essentially, you’ll perform research and engineering laboratory functions involving the layout, building, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing devices, assemblies, subsystems, and systems as well as perform technical activities which impact the proposal, system level design, detail design and manufacture of advanced electronics systems.

Looking for a highly motivated, mid/senior level Engineering Support Specialist (9-15 years) to support development and delivery of Submarine Sonar ILS products for the US Navy. Must possess excellent verbal and written communications, and be a fast learner.  The ideal candidate will have a background that includes development of test procedures, training, and technical manuals.

Applicant should have at least 9 years full-time experience in submarine fleet logistic support including experience in the fleet introduction, installation, test, operation, and life cycle support of the AN/BQQ-10 Series sonar system.

What you’ll experience:

• Provide Navy Customers, as well as internal business managers, status on projects.
• Provide input and comments during reviews of draft and preliminary MIP/MRCs as needed.
• Validate test procedures during testing events on hull as well as in the lab, often requiring shift work to complete.
• Develop operations and maintenance procedures for incorporation into technical manuals using engineering source documents.
• Develop provisioning technical data packages for AN/BQQ-10.
• Develop training using MS Office products to support operations and maintenance training.
• Use sound configuration management principles to ensure document configuration management is maintained.
• Develop technical manuals to support O-Level operations and maintenance.
• Develop schedules using tools like MS Project and staffs as appropriate to manage work.
• Job entails some travel to support Navy customers, which could be performed onboard naval vessels in port and at sea.

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s 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
• 9+ years active duty as a Sonar Technician Submarines (STS) will be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's or Master's degree. 
• Subject matter expert (SME) on the AN/BQQ-10 submarine sonar system and developing working knowledge in adjacent disciplines/fields
• Proficient understanding and application of engineering principles, concepts, practices, and standards
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix a plus.
• Must have strong organizational and analytical skills as well as practical problem-solving and decision making-skills. 
• Ability to work well under pressure and be able to manage multiple projects and issues simultaneously. 

What sets you apart:

• Qualified Master Training Specialist
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Operation in an Information Technology Customer support capacity. 
• Technical certifications are a plus (NET+, SECURITY+, A+, CCNA, CISSP)
• 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
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:This position is fully on-siteWhile on-site, you will be a part of the Progeny Manassas, VA Team

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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 $111,493.00 - USD $123,687.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

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!

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