Advanced Fire Control Test and Hardware Technician

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience). Requires an additional 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years of job-related 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

Your Role as a Fire Control Test subject matter expert:

• Develops and executes test plans to prepare training systems for delivery
• Develops and executes system verification test documentation at customer sites to sell-off deliverable systems
• Instructs in the operation and maintenance of the system, providing technical expertise to customers, users, and company personnel
• Participates in the tactical planning and design of the system by attending system operation demos at industry partner locations
• Designs, develops, analyzes, troubleshoots and provides technical skills during research and product development

 Your Role as a Hardware Technician:

• Installs, configures, tests, maintains, monitors, and troubleshoots development hardware
• Supports the design and implementation of hardware infrastructure
• Effectively participates on the engineering work team and supports other team members concerning design, materials, equipment setup/maintenance and related issues
• Maintains hardware inventory and documents hardware configuration changes
• Supports analysis of power/cooling requirements for server room sustainment

 Required Skills:

• Expert knowledge of the AN/BYG-1 Combat Control System
• Experience working with the SWFTS community
• Significant experience and understanding of installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network and computer hardware
• Builds effective internal/external working relationships
• Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment, and professionally executes projects with little direction
• Demonstrates effective written and verbal communications skills
• Demonstrates problem solving skills when resolving process and technical issues
• Travel will be required

 Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Navy Submarine Design
• Experience with MPA, NECDIS, Strike, ISAT
• Experience with AN/BVY-1
• Experience with AN/BQQ-10
• Experience with AN/BLQ-10
• Basic Linux command line navigation skills

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 100% on-site located in Manassas, VA

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Target salary range: USD $108,781.00/Yr. - USD $120,679.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

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 https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

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