[Hiring] Senior Principal Systems Engineer @General Dynamics Mission Systems

Role Description

Apply your RF and SATCOM expertise to keep mission-critical antenna systems operating reliably across program locations. You will support:

• Equipment selection and procurement
• Installation, integration, and customization
• Hands-on troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance

Working closely with the Technical Support team, you will:

• Use continuous-monitoring feedback to coordinate spares, resources, maintenance priorities, and field activities
• Help ensure seamless mission support
• Augment broader Technical Support field tasking when needed

The ideal candidate offers:

• Strong antenna-system diagnostics
• Practical RF/SATCOM experience
• Sound technical judgment
• Flexibility to respond to complex field issues in a collaborative, mission-focused environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience

Requirements

• Department of Defense Top Secret/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire
• U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of work performed within our facilities

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus and relocation available
• 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

Company Description

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. 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.