Senior Space Systems Mechanical Engineer – Lead Thermal Design

General Dynamics Mission Systems

United States

Remote

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Flexible schedules
401k matching
Parental leave
Wellness programs

Job summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking an experienced engineer to support defense and space electronics programs. You will lead mechanical and thermal design, ensuring reliability and performance for high-stakes systems.

You will collaborate with customers, manage design risks, and use Creo, Windchill, and ANSYS to drive robust solutions. The role offers flexible schedules and a supportive, award-winning team environment across our global operations.

Qualifications

  • Lead mechanical and thermal design for space electronics hardware.
  • Proficiency with Creo, Windchill, and ANSYS.
  • Collaborate with customers to develop high-stakes space system solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical and thermal design for space electronics hardware.
  • Use Creo, Windchill, ANSYS and manage project risks.
  • Collaborate with customers to develop high-stakes space system solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design
Thermal design
System integration
Risk management

Tools

Creo
Windchill
ANSYS

Job description

General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking an experienced engineer to support defense and space electronics programs. You will lead mechanical and thermal design, ensuring reliability and performance for high-stakes systems.

You will collaborate with customers, manage design risks, and use Creo, Windchill, and ANSYS to drive robust solutions. The role offers flexible schedules and a supportive, award-winning team environment across our global operations.

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