Principal Mechanical Engineer - C5ISR Systems

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; California; Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

GDIT is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Principal to lead design, integration, and testing of C5ISR systems for NAWCAD-WOLF. You will guide engineering direction, analyze interfaces, and ensure compliant installation aboard US Naval vessels.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Engineering and 8+ years of related experience, including 3+ years with blueprints and Ship Installation Drawings (SID). A Secret clearance or ability to obtain TS/SCI may be required. On-site in CA/MD with travel.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related engineering experience, with at least 5 years in design, implementation, integration, systems testing and interoperability studies for C5ISR.
• At least 3 years reading, interpreting, and understanding blueprints, drawings, schematics, and Ship Installation Drawings (SID).
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and support engineering direction and guidance for design, development, integration and interface design analysis, installation, integration, fielding, field analysis, operation, maintenance, and testing of systems.
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to drive system design and integration decisions that ensure interoperability and mission readiness for C5ISR systems.
• Drive system-level outcomes by planning and executing rigorous systems testing, analyzing results, and resolving integration challenges in complex operational environments.
• Utilize expert ability to read, interpret, and understand blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and Ship Installation Drawings (SID) to ensure compliant installation and interface alignment.

Skills

CAD

Engineering Drawings

Technical Documents

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

GDIT is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Principal to lead design, integration, and testing of C5ISR systems for NAWCAD-WOLF. You will guide engineering direction, analyze interfaces, and ensure compliant installation aboard US Naval vessels.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Engineering and 8+ years of related experience, including 3+ years with blueprints and Ship Installation Drawings (SID). A Secret clearance or ability to obtain TS/SCI may be required. On-site in CA/MD with travel.