Sr. Director R&D Eng - 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 Sr. Director R&D Engineering 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 offers great benefits effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental, vision, and 401k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you.

 

Summary:

The Sr. Director, R&D Eng initiates the design, development, execution and implementation of technology research projects. The role investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products. They will plan and execute applied research.

 

Major Position Responsibilities:

• Directs and oversees the organization's engineering research, design, and development activities with the goal of developing new or improved products, processes, or services
• Specifies precise new product functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost, reliability and safety
• Designs, develops, executes and evaluates fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans; creates and reviews material part specifications and bills of materials
• Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize designs for manufacturability
• Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings
• Develops project plans, reviews research specifications, secures resources, monitors project progress, and provides regular reports to leadership teams
• Ensures that all laboratory activities comply with regulatory guidelines, and quality and/or performance standards
• Manages research activities and guides subordinates in the application of scientific or engineering principles to the product development process
• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel decisions with concurrence from HR & Senior Leadership
• Establishes and administers policies and procedures, departmental budgeting, strategic planning, and procedural change

Basic Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
• 8-10 years experience 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering 
• Experience in a DoD environment
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Working knowledge of munitions: associated platforms, strategic and tactical systems, and military munitions/platform interface requirements
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interface
• Strong written, digital and verbal communication skills in both an individual and team environment
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
• Experience in planning and budgeting
• Knowledge of business process and functions (finance, HR, procurement, operations etc.)
• Must be able to possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to reprioritize on the fly
• 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
• Responsible for working collaboratively across different departments to manage projects/programs from initiation through completion
• Develops capture strategy, identifies and assesses government requirements and capture plans
• Willingness and ability to travel 25% of time
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate
• Professional demeanor and presentation skills for frequent customer meetings, presentations, and site visits

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):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: $163,415.00 - $303,485.00Additional Compensation - ICP:Hired applicant will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Incentive Compensation Program.Additional 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.