Performance Analysis Engineer II - General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems

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 a Performance Analysis Engineer II (R&D Engineer II) 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: 

 

Initiates the design, development, execution and implementation of technology research projects. Applies engineering principles of fluid dynamics, gas dynamics, heat transfer, and aerodynamics to the solution of engineering problems. Conducts engineering analysis relating to sizing of gas generation systems requiring application of standard engineering principles. Prepares technical information for design reviews, customer meetings, and reports.

 

Major Position Responsibilities:

• Conducts research, design, and development activities with the goal of developing new or improved products, processes, or services
• Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize designs for manufacturability
• Applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities
• Conducts market research, tracks projects, builds spreadsheets evaluating trade space, designs presentation slides, and executes business-oriented tasks
• 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 documentation for all projects
• Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings

 

Basic Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in general Engineering or specialized Engineering
• 3-5 years experience in an engineering function

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in general Engineering or specialized Engineering
• Experienced with data processing using scripting languages such as MATLAB or Python
• Experience with commercially available computational fluid dynamics software such as STAR-CCM+, Fluent, or CFD++ to model a variety of engineering applications
• Experience with wind tunnel testing

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Clear understanding of engineering fundamentals in the areas of statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, gas dynamics, aerodynamics, and thermal analysis
• Independently evaluate, select, and applie standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications for the solution to specific engineering problems
• Clear understanding of basic project management principles
• Ability to translate general customer requirements into products, specific requirements and program elements
• Strong team collaboration and leadership, capability to lead a technical team, provide direction to subcontractors, and collaborate with management
• Strong technical writing skill and disciplined approach to documentation and presentations
• 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 reprioritize 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
• 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 exercises moderate to independent judgment
• Decisions are guided by policy, procedures and business plan

Other Requirements:

• Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
• Assists with trade studies and parametric analyses
• Assists in development and qualification test program activities, including test planning and data acquisition
• Professional demeanor and presentation skills for frequent meetings, presentations, and site visits
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of time

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.

 

Pay Range (USD):Note: The compensation information listed is a good faith estimate range for this position, it is estimated based on what a successful applicant might be paid: $59,500.00 - $110,500.00Additional Compensation:Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company’s Gain Sharing Program.Benefits:Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave:Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.