Mechanical Eng Tech Lead - General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems
Marion, IL 62959
About the Job
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 a Mechanical Engineering Tech Lead to join our Marion, IL 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 Marion 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.
Directs and coordinates fabrication, installation, operation, application, maintenance and repair of mechanical or electromechanical machines, equipment, tools, engines and systems | Ensures that quality levels and industry standards are maintained or improved in the manufacturing process | Oversees installation, operation, maintenance and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water and steam systems | Evaluates mechanical products to determine their cost effectiveness and efficiency | May evaluate field installations and recommend design modifications to eliminate malfunctions
Major Position Responsibilities:- Assists mechanical engineers in the planning and testing of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery, such as engines, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc.
- Helps prepare proposals and cost estimates.
- Estimates workload to establish completion dates.
- Trains subordinate personnel in the various Mechanical Engineering techniques.
Required Qualifications:
- Vocational/Technical Training Degree
- Equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in a relevant function
Preferred Qualifications:
- Accociate's Degree in a technical training field preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Oral and written communication skills
- mathematical skills
- Computer Skills
- Technical expertise
- Detail Oriented
- Engineering Support
- roject Scoping
- Prototyping
- Test results reporting
- CAD software
- Computer-aided Engineering (CAE) Software
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.