Mechanical Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems

Pittsfield, MAHybridFull time
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Pay
$95.4K to $105.8K
a year
Location
Pittsfield, MA
Work style
Hybrid
Job type
Full time
Posted
Oct 8
11 days ago
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General Dynamics Mission Systems

Defense & space · 10,001+ employees

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

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What you'll do

  • Design, test, implement, build, and install Fire Control Tactical, Trainer, and Test equipment.
  • Support project design, testing, and prototype fabrication.

What you need

  • Requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, plus 2+ years of job-related experience; alternatively, a master's degree and 6 months of experience.
  • Secret clearance at hire and U.S. citizenship are required.
  • Education: a bachelor's degree or a postgraduate degree

Key skills

modeling CAD toolsmechanical modelsmanufacturing and fabrication methodsindustry standardsElectromechanical equipment designElectronics Packaging designEnvironmental TestingModeling & AnalysisDrawing developmentAgile experience

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Perks

  • 401k matching
  • flex time off
  • paid parental leave
  • healthcare benefits
  • health & wellness programs
  • employee resource and social groups

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Mechanical Engineer Posted Date 5 days ago (10/8/2026 5:01 PM) ID 2026-75479 Job Location US-MA-Pittsfield Required Clearance Secret Category Engineering-Mechanical Employment Type Full Time Hiring Company General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. Basic Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As a mechanical eng ineer for FBM Fire Control, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for Designing, Testing, Implementing, Building, and Installing Fire Control Tactical, Trainer, and Test equipment. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: Electromechanical equipment design, Electronics Packaging design, Production Support, Installation Support, Environmental Testing, Modeling & Analysis, and/or Drawing development . What sets you apart: Proficiency with modeling CAD tools to create mechanical models and drawings Strong knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods, as well as technical, government, and industry standards Creative thinker capable of leading a team in the preparation of project design, testing, and prototype fabrication Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation Our Commitment to You: An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule) Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits Workplace Options: This positio n is fully on-site, OR Hybrid/Flex as desired. While on-site, you will be a part of the Pittsfield 1 Plastics office. [https://gdmissionsystems.com/about-us/major-locations/pittsfield] #LI-Hybrid Salary Note This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range USD $95,384.00 - USD $105,817.00 /Yr. Company Overview General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Apply Apply for this job online Apply Share Refer this job to a friend Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Click here to get started. Interested in this opportunity? Socialize this job opportunity to a friend, colleague, or family member: General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran. Application FAQs Software Powered by ICIMS www.icims.com

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