R&D Engineer II

General Dynamics Corporation; Arkansas; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Corporation is seeking an R&D Engineer II in Hampton, AR. The role involves conducting research and developing new or improved products, collaborating with partners, and utilizing CAD systems to model designs.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's Degree in Engineering, 2-4 years of experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience in engineering research and development.
• Engineering degree required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development for new or improved products.
• Collaborate with internal teams for manufacturability optimization.
• Summarize and communicate research findings.

Skills

Product innovation

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Oral and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

CAD systems

CAE systems

Job description

R&D Engineer II – Hampton, AR

Job ID: 2026-36414 | Type: Full Time | Openings: 2 | Category: Research & Development

Responsibilities

• Conducts research, design, and development activities to develop new or improved products, processes, or services.
• Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers, and product specialists to optimize designs for manufacturability.
• Applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities.
• Conducts market research, tracks projects, builds spreadsheets evaluating trade space, designs presentation slides, and executes business-oriented tasks.
• Summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies.
• Assesses the scope of research projects and ensures projects are on time and within budget.
• Develops technical documentation for all projects.
• Utilizes CAD or CAE systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience
• Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Product innovation, product intelligence, product research, project scoping, quantitative research, research and development, research documentation, oral and written communication skills, critical thinking, analytical thinking.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to remain stationary at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

EEO Statement

If you require assistance or an accommodation for a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please email [e-mail] or call: 727-578-8295. General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.