Advanced Engineering Technician

General Dynamics Mission Systems • Charleroi, PA • 2d ago

Reference #: 2025-67600 Basic Qualifications Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: A Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position The Transmit Group (TG) is a critical subsystem within the U.S. Navy's sonar suite, responsible for generating and transmitting high-power acoustic signals for active sonar operations. This system enables surface ships and submarines to conduct active detection, ranging, and classification of contacts in support of navigation, anti-submarine warfare, mine avoidance, and under-ice operations. The TG integrates advanced power amplification, waveform control, and signal timing technologies to produce precise, mission-specific acoustic pulses. These pulses are transmitted through a dedicated projector array and synchronized with receive operations to ensure accurate target detection and tracking. The TG also supports auxiliary functions such as underwater communications (UQC), ice depth measurement, and special-purpose acoustic transmissions. Key capabilities of the TG system include:

Generation of high-power, frequency-specific acoustic transmissions.

Control of pulse shaping, duration, and timing to meet mission parameters.

Integration with sonar processing systems for coordinated transmit/receive cycles.

Built-in diagnostics, system monitoring, and fault isolation to ensure operational readiness.

Compliance with Navy safety, reliability, and environmental standards. Personnel working on the TG system will be responsible for system operation, preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting at the component and rack level, and supporting test and evaluation procedures. This role requires familiarity with high-power electronics, acoustic systems, and shipboard integration practices, as well as adherence to technical documentation and quality assurance requirements. Working with Engineering, Operations Support and individuals in other departments, the Advanced Engineering Technician will support engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of proto@type electro mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. This may entail performing the following: Interprets basic engineering drawings, diagrams and schematics Constructs, modifies, debugs, troubleshoots, calibrates, tests and adjusts a variety of tools, equipment and systems Conducts, analyzes and documents statistically based experiments to define process parameters Implements and documents complex solutions for process improvement Designs and constructs basic tooling and fixtures to accomplish unique tasks Organizes, analyzes and interprets data to identify cause/effect relationships and recommends resolution/process improvement What you bring to the table: An Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience Solid knowledge and proficiency in the use of electronic testing tools Ability to test and evaluate complex systems. Solid knowledge of generally accepted technical theory Our Commitment to You: An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits Workplace Options: This position is 100% ON-SITE in Charleroi, PA...we are not offering relocation assiatance at this time. To learn more what this location has to offer....please visit: https://gdmissionsystems.com/about-us/major-locations/charleroi-canonsburg

Target salary range: USD $60,000.00/Hr. - USD $66,000.00/Hr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Company Overview General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

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