Advanced Electrical Engineer - Production Test & Troubleshooting

General Dynamics Mission Systems • Canonsburg, PA • 3d ago

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required and 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 responsibility is career-defining. So is the opportunity. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we invent the technologies, products and services, that help our nation's heroes keep our nation safe. The work is so advanced, our teams regularly redefine innovation and excellence for the world. If you're looking for a challenge, you've just found it.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.

It's an exceptional challenge and for a true leader, it's an equally exceptional opportunity.

The Advanced Electrical Engineer - Production Test & Troubleshooting in the Torpdeo Systems Group is responsible for applying principles and techniques of electrical engineering to develop, test, and implement electrical components, equipment, and systems. The role involves participating in requirements analysis, design, integration, and verification processes, as well as supporting technical reviews and root cause analysis. The Engineer works within defined processes and collaborates with project leaders, program managers, and external customers.

We encourage you to apply if you have these preferred skills or experiences:

1) Component-Level Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

Diagnose failures on analog, digital, power, RF, and mixed-signal circuits.

Use oscilloscopes, DMMs, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, thermal cameras, etc.

Isolate failures to the component, assembly, or system level.

2) Automated Test System Development

Design, integrate, and maintain production test equipment.

Experience with LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, C#, NI hardware, PXI, data acquisition, instrumentation, and custom test fixtures.

Develop test strategies that improve throughput and defect detection.

3) Systems Integration & Verification

Bring up complex electronic systems and troubleshoot interface issues.

Experience with hardware/software integration, communication protocols (Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, RS-422/485), and environmental testing.

Validate requirements and investigate intermittent failures.

Required Skills:

Expert-level component and system-level troubleshooting with demonstrated root cause analysis experience.

Experience developing, maintaining, and improving automated production test systems and test fixtures.

Proven ability to integrate, verify, and debug complex electronic systems in a manufacturing or production environment.

Support production lines, analyze yield issues, perform corrective actions, review schematics, and drive continuous improvement.

What sets you apart:

Proficient using electrical engineering computer-aided design (CAD) tools and mixed Signal circuit analysis/design

Habitually ahead of technology trends, with background in test, troubleshooting, and reading circuit card schematics

Motivated to drive innovation around design architectures, assembly, component selection, and electronics design

Research & Development experience including concept, design, modeling, prototyping, and testing

Collaborative team player committed to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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

Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)

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

fully onsite in Canonsburg PA.

Target salary range: USD $120,000.00/Yr. - USD $130,000.00/Yr. 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!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

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