Sr. Electrical Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full‑flex work week

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Professional growth opportunities

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a self-motivated electrical engineer in Port Hueneme, CA, experienced in test equipment development. The role involves providing technical services for the Navy’s MK 41 Vertical Launch System (VLS).

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, expertise in electrical principles, and troubleshooting abilities. Benefits include flexible work, a comprehensive health package, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in electrical engineering or related experience.
• Current Active Security Clearance Required.
• Preference for MK 41 hardware and circuit board development experience.

Responsibilities

• Support ATE operations, functionality, and production efforts.
• Diagnose and resolve system failures and assist with modifications.
• Deliver testing reports and design documentation as required.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles (voltage, current, resistance)

Cabling/wiring

Electrical circuit board design

Troubleshoot automated test systems

Problem-solving skills

Program knowledge in LabVIEW, .NET, and/or C++

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

We are searching for a self-motivated electrical engineer experienced in test equipment development and maintenance. The candidate must have a proven record of exceptional technical aptitude, efficiency, and delivery while maintaining quality and timeliness in all aspects of support, deliverables, and documentation upkeep. The role will involve on-base and off‑site technical services and sustainment for U.S. Navy’s MK 41 Vertical Launch System (VLS) subassemblies, primarily focusing on Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) systems.

Responsibilities

• Support ATE operations, functionality, and production efforts including equipment installation, testing, evaluation, failure investigation, troubleshooting, reporting, and help with repairs.
• Assist both production and fleet efforts to ensure ATE systems meet operational requirements.
• Contribute to creating, reviewing, and updating electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Diagnose and resolve system failures and assist with modifications to ATE parts and subassemblies as needed.
• Support corrective/preventive action processes and equipment preservation.
• Deliver testing reports, failure investigation records, updated schematics, design documentation, and travel logs as required.
• May aid in design verification testing of ATE hardware and software against requirements.
• Custom Printed Circuit Board (PCB) hardware design using Altium Designer.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Required Experience: Minimum 5+ years in electrical engineering or related experience
• Required Technical Skills:
  • Expertise in electrical engineering principles (voltage, current, resistance), cabling/wiring, and electrical circuit board design.
  • Proficiency in generation and assessment of electrical schematics, test plans, and test procedures.
  • Skill to independently identify problems and find possible root causes related to test processes, equipment, and unit under test.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and repair automated test systems.
  • Hands on problem‑solving skills with understanding to troubleshoot down to the component level.
  • Capability to provide accurate and concise status reports and findings.
  • Preferred: MK 41 hardware and circuit board development experience.
  • Bonus: Programming knowledge in LabVIEW, .NET and/or C++.
• Security Clearance Level: Current Active Clearance Required
• Travel: CONUS and OCONUS 25%
• Location: Customer Site
• U.S. Citizenship Required

Benefits

• Full‑flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting‑edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays