Senior Principal Engineer — Systems & Innovation Lead

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems; Hampton, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Virginia is seeking an experienced engineer to perform engineering work in operations, production, construction or maintenance environments. The role sits within the Engineering Function as a generalist or across disciplines.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in designing, analyzing, testing, and improving complex systems, plus the ability to draft blueprints and manage projects, while collaborating across teams.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree with 10–12 years relevant experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred; related engineering discipline is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Applies standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products.
• Analyzes, develops and evaluates systems.
• Improves and maintains current systems or creates new projects.
• Designs and drafts blueprints, visits systems in the field and manages projects.
• Applies engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignment.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's Degree + 10-12 years experience

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Virginia is seeking an experienced engineer to perform engineering work in operations, production, construction or maintenance environments. The role sits within the Engineering Function as a generalist or across disciplines.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in designing, analyzing, testing, and improving complex systems, plus the ability to draft blueprints and manage projects, while collaborating across teams.