Counter UAS and Active Protection Senior Engineer

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Counter UAS and Active Protection Senior Engineer

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance

Career Level: Senior

Requisition ID: 17092671

Description: Position Summary:

The Senior Engineer, counter UAS and Active Protection Systems will lead the engineering team in the design, development, and delivery of advanced defense systems and technologies. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in defense engineering, project management, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Management:
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance, support, and professional development.
• Oversee the engineering department's operations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the engineering team.
2. Project Oversight:
• Manage and coordinate multiple engineering projects, from concept through to production.
• Ensure all engineering projects comply with regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
3. Technical Expertise:
• Provide technical leadership in the design and development of defense systems, including hardware and software components with a focus on counter drone technologies as well as active protection systems.
• Ensure the integration of new technologies and methodologies into existing systems.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide recommendations for design improvements.
4. Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with other departments, including R&D, business development, program management, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure project requirements are met.
• Present technical information and project updates to senior management and external stakeholders.
5. Compliance and Standards:
• Ensure all engineering activities adhere to industry standards, government regulations, and company policies.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in defense technology and engineering practices.
• Implement and maintain best practices in engineering processes and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field). A Master's degree or PhD is preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in defense engineering or a related field.
• Proven track record of leading engineering teams and managing complex defense projects.
• Skills:
• Strong technical knowledge in defense systems and technologies.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Exceptional leadership and team-building abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools.
• Certifications:
• Relevant certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) or specific defense-related certifications are a plus.

Work Environment:

• This position may require security clearance due to the nature of the work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Occasional travel may be required to meet with clients, suppliers, or attend industry events.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Position Summary:

The Senior Engineer, counter UAS and Active Protection Systems will lead the engineering team in the design, development, and delivery of advanced defense systems and technologies. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in defense engineering, project management, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Management:
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance, support, and professional development.
• Oversee the engineering department's operations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the engineering team.
2. Project Oversight:
• Manage and coordinate multiple engineering projects, from concept through to production.
• Ensure all engineering projects comply with regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
3. Technical Expertise:
• Provide technical leadership in the design and development of defense systems, including hardware and software components with a focus on counter drone technologies as well as active protection systems.
• Ensure the integration of new technologies and methodologies into existing systems.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide recommendations for design improvements.
4. Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with other departments, including R&D, business development, program management, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure project requirements are met.
• Present technical information and project updates to senior management and external stakeholders.
5. Compliance and Standards:
• Ensure all engineering activities adhere to industry standards, government regulations, and company policies.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in defense technology and engineering practices.
• Implement and maintain best practices in engineering processes and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field). A Master's degree or PhD is preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in defense engineering or a related field.
• Proven track record of leading engineering teams and managing complex defense projects.
• Skills:
• Strong technical knowledge in defense systems and technologies.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Exceptional leadership and team-building abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools.
• Certifications:
• Relevant certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) or specific defense-related certifications are a plus.

Work Environment:

• This position may require security clearance due to the nature of the work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Occasional travel may be required to meet with clients, suppliers, or attend industry events.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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