Sr. R&D Engineer
Job Locations
US-WA-Bothell
Requisition ID
2024-31173
Position Type
Full Time
Position Classification
On-Site
Job Function
Engineering
Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an Sr. R&D Engineer to join our Bothell, WA team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.
GD-OTS in Bothell offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.
Summary:
Performs development engineering in support of contracted programs, B&P activities, and IRAD efforts. Assists in new business and follow-on activities. Independently applies a high degree of creative ability, engineering skill, and judgment in applying engineering principles in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, gas dynamics, mechanics, and thermodynamics to the design, development, qualification, and production of gas generators, pressurization systems, inflation systems and guidance systems.Initiates the design, development, execution and implementation of technology research projects. Investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products. Plans and executes applied research.
Major Position Responsibilities
Conducts research and development activities for an organization or business unit
Applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities
Summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies
Assesses the scope of research projects and ensures projects are on time and within budget
Develops technical documentations for all projects
Basic Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Associate's Degree in general Engineering or specialized Engineering
5-7 years experience relevant to the positions functional area
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Chemical engineering
Strongly prefer Master of Science Degree in Engineering and/or Ph.D. Degree
Working understanding of basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts, with a working understanding of thermal and structural engineering concepts
Ability to oversee other functional areas in the accomplishment of hardware, planning and test tasks
Independently evaluate, select, and applied standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications for the solution to specific engineering problems
Ability to translate general customer requirements into products, specific requirements and program elements
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interface
Must be able to possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to re-prioritize on the fly
Position requires a high degree of analytical aptitude with strong problem solving skills
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals while performing a variety of complex tasks
Works under limited supervision
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
Must be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlines
Works within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safety
Operates under minimal direction and exerc