Sr. R&D Engineer (Sr. Aeronautical Engineer)

General Dynamics Corporation; Bothell (WA); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 149 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, vision

401k plan

Disability insurance

Retirement contribution

Commute benefits

Educational assistance

Résumé du poste

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Bothell, WA is seeking a Sr. R&D Engineer (Sr. Aeronautical Engineer) to conduct research, design, and development of advanced products.

The ideal candidate brings an engineering degree with 5–7 years' experience, CAD/CAE proficiency, and strong problem-solving skills. This on-site role offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

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

Responsabilités

• Conducts research, design, and development activities to create new or improved products, processes, or services.
• Collaborates with manufacturing partners and designers to optimize designs for manufacturability.
• Applies research theories, principles, and models in experiments and research activities.
• Conducts market research, tracks projects, builds spreadsheets, creates slides, and handles business tasks.
• Summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies.
• Assesses scope of projects and ensures on-time and within-budget completion.
• Develops technical documentation for all projects.
• Uses CAD/CAE systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.

Connaissances

Independent work

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Formation

Associate's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree preferred

Outils

CAD/CAE systems

MATLAB/Python/Simulink

PRODAS

Missile Datcom

Description du poste

Responsibilities for this Position

Sr. R&D Engineer (Sr. Aeronautical Engineer)

US-WA-Bothell

Job ID: 2026-37401

Type: Full Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Engineering

Bothell WA

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines
• Solves complex problems
• Works independently, receives minimal guidance
• May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Conducts research, design, and development activities with the goal of developing new or improved products, processes, or services.
• Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize designs for manufacturability.
• Applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities.
• Conducts market research, tracks projects, builds spreadsheets evaluating trade space, designs presentation slides, and executes business-oriented tasks.
• Summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies.
• Assess the scope of research projects and ensures projects are on time and within budget.
• Develops technical documentation for all projects.
• Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience
• Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree. Skills include CFD-based aerodynamic characterization of highvelocity systems, windtunnel testing, developing process guidelines, creating and reviewing technical reports and calculations, Matlab/Python/Simulink proficiency, HPC use, building aerodynamic databases, and using tools like PRODAS or Missile Datcom.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

Pay Range (USD)

109,871 - 148,649

Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.

Benefits

• Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.

If you require assistance or an accommodation for a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please email [e-mail] or call: 727-578-8295. Please note this contact information is for those requesting a reasonable accommodation while applying for a job, because of a covered disability. General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.

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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, weapons, lightweight tactical vehicles, missile components and armament systems around the world.