Tool & Design Engineer I

General Dynamics Corporation; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is seeking a Tool & Design Engineer I in Lincoln, NE to support the design, development, and deployment of tooling for manufacturing. You will work closely with production teams to deliver reliable tooling solutions.

This entry‑level role requires an engineering degree and up to 3 years of experience, plus CAD proficiency and cost estimation capabilities. You will contribute to fixture and tool design, while learning GD&T practices.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required with 0–3 years of experience.
• Engineering discipline/major required, minimum background.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops tools and machinery for manufacturing processes.
• Reviews product design and build requirements to determine tool concepts and specs.
• Develops designs for fixtures, jigs, gauges, cutting and forming tools and carts.
• Uses CAD to create design models and documentation for fabrication.
• Estimates costs, resources, and materials for tools; may manage sourcing.

Skills

Engineering background

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CAD Software

3D Modeling

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Tool & Design Engineer I

US-NE-Lincoln

Job ID: 2026-36833

Type: Full Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Engineering

Lincoln, NE (Main Plant)

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 conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a job discipline
• Performs routine assignments using existing procedures
• Receives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles
• Entry level to a professional career progression
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Designs and develops tools and machinery used to facilitate and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Reviews product design and build requirements to determine tooling concepts, design options, testing plans, and specifications.
• Develops designs for fixtures, jigs, gauges, cutting and forming tools, carts, racks, and other items to support production.
• Utilizes Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to create accurate, complete, and concise design models and documentation to fabricate tools.
• Estimates costs, resource requirements, and materials required for tools.
• May manage the sourcing, quoting, or procurement of purchased tools.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 0-3 years' experience
• Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Technical Expertise. 3D Modeling. Design Review. Failure Analysis. Functional Requirements. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Manufacturing Process Engineering. Rapid Prototyping. Statistical Process Control. Test Plans. Industry Standards. Production Tools. Tooling. CAD Software.

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.

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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.