Job Description
About the Role
The ARES test facility is looking for an experienced Electronics Test Engineer to perform tasks associated with instrumentation and data acquisition during live fire testing at the facility.
Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
What We Offer
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending on day one.
Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
401k Match (6%) (no vesting period)
Educational Assistance.
On-going learning opportunities and rewarding work environment.
Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Role:
Responsible for all aspects of data collection and instrumentation of the mechanical and electrical components of a weapon system during a live fire test event. Collect and analyze all test data and write data reports.
Install, maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation sensors (i.e., pressure, strain gages, load cells, torque, displacement, velocity thermocouples, etc) on test assets. Maintain an equipment calibration program.
Follow a Test Plan and ensure proper setup and calibration of transducers, amplifiers, data acquisition system, video cameras, velocity acquisition equipment, and the proper use of oscilloscopes, meters, oscillators, counters and power supplies.
Design, cost and implement instrumentation installation plans to support test programs. Provide input for proposals and future programs and provide support when necessary
As necessary, support activities associated with regulatory compliance with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF), Department of Defense (DoD), and Ohio Fire Marshal to include all explosive and ammunition logbooks, inventory, records, safe handling, etc. Support coordination of range clearance and approval with Camp Perry. Be listed as a responsible person (RP) on all site licenses.
Support general range site preparation and set-up for test operations to include fabrication of test targets and other tasks required per the test program
Ensure readiness of the range facility to include maintenance of buildings, rounds, roads, and equipment.
Operate various hand, bench and machine tools, as well as a skilled degree of safe operation with heavy equipment
Follow all safety directives and work to maintain a safe working environment
Qualifications Sought
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology (EET) or related discipline and 3-5 years experience
OR in lieu of, Associates Degree in Electronics or Electronics Technology and 7-10 years relevant experience
OR in lieu of degree, High School Diploma/GED and 15 plus years relevant experience
Experience with fundamental electronics and electrical installation, instrument calibration and maintenance procedures. Familiar with network addressing, video streaming, a wide variety of instrumentation hardware and data acquisition systems
Previous experience with ammunition handling, storage, and firing range operation is required
Must be familiar and comfortable with testing in accordance with Military Specifications and Military Standards.
Capable of reading mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment specifications Efficient in troubleshooting
Familiar with ATF regulations and documentation requirements.Must be able to be approved as a Responsible Person (RP) per BATF Compliance.
This role will require the candidate to work in both indoors and outdoors environments during all seasons.
Must be flexible and able to multi-task in a high tempo operational environment
Requires minimal supervision and capable of working independently with minimal errors
Able to work and communicate effectively in a small team
Additional Information
Must be US Person, no sponsorship for the role.
No relocation compensation will be provided
Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.
GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.
General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race and/or ethnic background, national origin and/or ancestry, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, age, military service, veteran status, disability, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, genetic information, or membership in any class protected by applicable law from discrimination in employment.
