Senior Electronics & Hardware Architect – AI/Autonomy Focus

General Dynamics Land Systems; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Educational assistance

401k match

9-80 work schedule

Ongoing learning

Modern office

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems is seeking a seasoned Principal Electronics and Computer Hardware Engineer to lead the Electronic Hardware Department, guiding design, development and test activities across GDLS platforms.

You will mentor a 100-engineer team, drive common electronic architecture, coordinate with suppliers, and present to program leadership. This role requires travel and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 20+ years of hands-on electronics and computer design experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional programs and lab environments.
• Ability to communicate across disciplines and with suppliers.
• Experience with military vehicle electronics is preferred.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership within the Electronic Hardware Department (~100 engineers).
• Develop common electronic architecture across GDLS platforms.
• Lead implementation of hardware design solutions for programs and IR&D.
• Evaluate design impacts, feasibility, and cost-effectiveness.
• Advance modernization and commonality in design processes and parts.
• Mentor a geographically dispersed team and manage knowledge transfer.
• Support third-party teaming for new product development.
• Coordinate with program lead architects to leverage hardware portfolios.
• Deliver formal presentations to leadership.

Skills

Self-starter

Cross-functional teamwork

Mentoring team

Technical writing

Executive presentation

Customer needs understanding

Effective communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree (plus)

Job description

General Dynamics Land Systems is seeking a seasoned Principal Electronics and Computer Hardware Engineer to lead the Electronic Hardware Department, guiding design, development and test activities across GDLS platforms.

You will mentor a 100-engineer team, drive common electronic architecture, coordinate with suppliers, and present to program leadership. This role requires travel and overtime as needed.