General Dynamics Mission Systems Looking for Systems Engineer – Mission Partner Lead [$5,000 sign-on bonus] at Scottsdale, AZ  Full Time

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master’s degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense TS/SCI 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:

$5000 sign-on bonus for New Hires Only and Relocation available.

As a Systems Engineer – Mission Partner Lead for the Space User Missions area, you’ll lead in a user/customer facing role and be a member of a cross functional team responsible for supporting the user and integrators with end-to-end integration activities prior to and post delivery of the GDMS and vendor-supplied equipment.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: Systems Engineering, Systems Integration & Test, Space User Missions. This person will be involved in the following:

• Participates in requirements analysis, functional analysis, performance analysis (e.g. timing, power, etc.), design (of test setups/approaches), integration and verification of test equipment/setups
• Coordinates tasking across Systems and SEIT team members to develop User CONOPs, Use Cases, Sequence Diagrams, DODAF Views, Systems Architecture, Test Cases, Test Procedures, Test Scripts, and associated Systems and Test documentation.
• Coordinates tasking related to preparing for and conducting design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRRs), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), and weekly IPT meetings.
• Track and Status tasking at team level using team meetings, team backlogs, and other team-level tracking and management strategies
• Perform Cost Account Management (CAM) activities through program level task tracking using Earned Value (EV) management techniques
• Leads a Systems and SEIT team while working closely with other Engineering Disciplines (Hardware, Software, Firmware, Mechanical, Management) and with other Departments (Operations, Supply Chain, Material, Program Management, Contracts

What sets you apart:

• Success leading the systems development life cycle with strong proficiency with requirements management and system modeling tools
• System Requirements, Analysis & Design
• System Verification and Validation
• System Trade Studies
• Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) or Integration & Test (I&T)
• Creative thinker motivated to apply technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions
• Collaborative team player with the ability to provide technical leadership and position others for success
• Strong presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Nice to Have:

• Systems Architecture & Design
• DOORs
• DOORs Next Gen (DNG)
• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• MagicDraw
• DoDAF Views
• Use Case Analysis, Sequence Diagrams
• Networking

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
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Workplace Options:
This position is primarily on-site with some option to Flex.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Scottsdale, AZ facililty.

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Target salary range: USD $110,100.00/Yr. – USD $122,100.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary.

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran