Full-Time

User Support Technician

Posted on 6/10/2025

General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense products and services

Compensation Overview

$105.6k - $132.3k/yr

Mid, Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Fort Belvoir, VA, USA

Hybrid work model with less than 10% travel required.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
IT Support
IT & Security
Required Skills
Operating Systems
Oracle
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Nuclear Accountability or reporting experience
  • DOD 8570 IAT Level II (ex. CCNA-Security, Security + CE, CND, etc.)
  • Security Clearance: Fully adjudicated Secret to start w/TS SCI eligibility
  • Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, 5+ years of experience
Responsibilities
  • Provides immediate support on all nuclear weapons accountability issues identified by users
  • Provides business hour network monitoring, and 24/7 call-in support (on-call support on weekends)
  • Ensures all problems reported by end users have been adequately documented and controls exist so only authorized staff can archive the end users' entries, as well as, determine if there are sufficient controls to escalate issues according to priority
  • Performs user account management per the Account Management Plan
  • Performs advance software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages
  • Supports developing DIAMONDS applications training lesson plans, for initial user and follow-on educational or refresher training distributing copies (hardcopy/electronic) of training materials, and conducting training either on-site or over-the-phone
  • Provides technical assistance and support related to computer systems, hardware, and software; respond to queries, run diagnostic programs, isolate problems, and determine and implement solutions
  • Accessing databases using Toad for Oracle and Oracle SQL Plus to research and rectify nuclear weapons accountability issues
  • Provides system updates and statuses to Government leadership via daily stand up meeting with PowerPoint slides and Analysis of Alternatives PowerPoint briefings as needed
  • Operates and maintains the necessary procedures, hardware, network connections, and software required to monitor all DSMS systems and trouble tickets from users
  • Provides technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to computer systems, software, and hardware; walk customers through problem-solving process; follow up with customers to ensure issue has been resolved
  • Collects and evaluates incident reporting practices and operations
  • Manages IT incidents and problems in general accordance with IT service management principles such as ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library)

General Dynamics operates in the aerospace and defense sector, providing essential products and services for national and global security through four main divisions: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace division manufactures high-performance business jets, while Marine Systems focuses on advanced naval vessels. Combat Systems produces land and amphibious combat vehicles and weapons, and Technologies offers IT services and cybersecurity solutions. The company aims to lead in defense technology by integrating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems into its offerings.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1952

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for autonomous systems boosts General Dynamics' AI innovations.
  • U.S. military's multi-domain focus expands opportunities for C4ISR systems.
  • Gulfstream G800's certification aligns with rising demand for long-range jets.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging Asian manufacturers challenge Gulfstream's market share with cost-effective jets.
  • Stricter European regulations may impact Gulfstream G800's production and operation.
  • Geopolitical tensions in Asia-Pacific could disrupt naval and aerospace supply chains.

What makes General Dynamics unique

  • General Dynamics integrates AI and machine learning in defense applications.
  • The company leads in multi-domain operations with advanced C4ISR systems.
  • Gulfstream's G800 sets industry standards with FAA and EASA certifications.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Company News

PR Newswire
Jun 4th, 2025
General Dynamics Board Declares Dividend

RESTON, Va. , June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $1.50 per share on the company's common stock, payable August 8, 2025, to shareholders of record on July 3, 2025.General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company that offers a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 110,000 people worldwide and generated $47.7 billion in revenue in 2024. More information about General Dynamics is available at www.gd.com.SOURCE General Dynamics

WGRZ
May 14th, 2025
Western New York companies unite to bolster naval shipbuilding workforce

"I know that General Dynamics was awarded $13 billion by the Defense Department to build subs," Peter Ahrens, who is the Executive Director of the Buffalo Niagara Manufacturing Alliance said.

Tender News
May 1st, 2025
General Dynamics Unveils Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle at Modern Day Marine 2025, Signaling U.S. Marine Corps Shift to Multi-Domain Warfare

General Dynamics unveils Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle at Modern Day Marine 2025, signaling U.S. Marine corps shift to multi-domain warfare.

PR Newswire
Apr 16th, 2025
Gulfstream G800 Earns Faa And Easa Certifications

World's Longest-Range Business Aircraft Certified with Enhanced Performance CapabilitiesSAVANNAH, Ga., April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), announced today that the all-new Gulfstream G800, the world's longest-range business aircraft, has earned type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) along with certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and has done so with even greater performance capabilities than originally anticipated

PR Newswire
Mar 25th, 2025
General Dynamics Electric Boat Awarded $1 Billion Contract Modification For Long Lead Time Material For Virginia-Class Submarines

GROTON, Conn., March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Electric Boat, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), announced today it has been awarded a $1 billion undefinitized contract modification allowing Electric Boat to purchase long lead time materials for Virginia Class Block VI submarines as detailed in the U.S. Department of Defense contract announcement

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