Senior Mechanical Engineer - Ballistics (Remote)

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AR,ME,NE,OH,VT); Hampton (AR); Remote; USD 95,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in solid rocket motor ballistics to support our engineering team. The candidate will perform internal ballistics analysis, propulsion modeling, and provide technical leadership across programs.

This full-time role offers a 9/80 schedule with remote work possible. On-site options are Huntsville, AL; Niceville, FL; and Hampton, AR, with up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 5-7 years of experience required.
• Engineering degree required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Applies engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Confers with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.
• Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
• Specifies system components or directs modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
• Investigates equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew.

Skills

MS Office

Education

Associate's Degree

5-7 years experience

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in solid rocket motor ballistics to support our engineering team. The candidate will perform internal ballistics analysis, propulsion modeling, and provide technical leadership across programs.

This full-time role offers a 9/80 schedule with remote work possible. On-site options are Huntsville, AL; Niceville, FL; and Hampton, AR, with up to 25% travel.