Advanced Engineering Technician

Responsibilities for this Position

Advanced Engineering Technician

ID: 2025-68932
USA-VA-Herndon
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 11/3/2025
Category: Engineering-Hardware
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant 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

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As an Advanced Engineering Tech for Intelligence Systems, youll be supporting a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT) developing unique mechanical and structural systems, working on small technical teams and coordinating with IPT Leads to complete assignments. Our program offers opportunity to see the development of technical solutions from concept level through use in operational environments, with extensive hands-on participation assisting engineers with a wide range of fabrication/construction, prototyping, testing, and training tasks. Program work products include specialized tools, structural systems, hardware components, assemblies, and prototypes supporting both technology development tasking and customer operations initiatives.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the carpentry and general construction trades; hands-on construction experience with an interest/ability in developing innovative solutions to unique problems; high attention to detail with the ability and flexibility to work in an often-dynamic environment; ability to work under general supervision, alone, and/or with a team of project technicians and engineers, as specific tasking dictates.

What sets you apart:

• TS/SCI with polygraph is helpful
• Background supporting mechanical and/or civil engineering projects with demonstrated proficiencies in the construction and fabrication of hardware prototypes and proof-of-concept mock-ups
• Familiarity with building codes and engineering standards is a plus
• Flexibility and willingness to work with multi-disciplined teams on a range of tasking, sometimes in new technology areas, outside the ranges of your expertise
• Ability to operate a range of moving equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet jacks, and vehicles
• Minimum Secret-level clearance transferrable at time of hire required

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 nations security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and 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-site due to the nature of program work and facility infrastructure. Work will be performed at the GDMS facility in Herndon, Virginia.

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 $36.00 - USD $39.00 /Hr.

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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