CAD Specialist

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an CAD Specialist, proficient in CREO and knowledgeable of PDMLink data management software. Thisposition provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems. General DynamicsMission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related specialized area or field or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree.
• CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: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.
• Ability to develop and integrate new concepts, optimize alternatives, and establish contingency plans.
• Very solid understanding of mechanical stress; structural, thermal, and tolerance analysis.
• Very solid proficiency in the use of current strategic CAD tools (Pro-E/Creo or SolidWorks preferred) andMicrosoft Office applications.
• Competency in all aspects of mechanical design, part fabrication, and assembly of electronics.
• Very solid written and verbal communication skills, effective presentation skills, and strong interpersonal andteam collaboration skills.
• Very solid problem-solving and collaborative skills with a solution-oriented approach to analyzing technicalproblems that affect the team.
• Very solid understanding of project commitments and interdependencies.

Responsibilities

• Develops and applies computer aided design (CAD) software engineering methods, theories and researchtechniques in the investigation and solution of technical problems.
• Defines and selects new approaches and implementation of CAD software engineering applications anddesign specifications and parameters.
• Performs detailed design and testing of electrical or mechanical components or subsystems.
• Optimizes tasks and resources in support of projects, while promoting process and policy compliance.
• Increases understanding of process applications within the domain of expertise.
• Supports proposals as assigned.
• Applies technical concepts to specific tasks.
• Creates mechanical designs that meet relevant functional requirements.
• Provides strong technical contributions as an individual designer or as part of a development team.
• Interfaces and collaborates with employees, managers, engineering, program management, externalvendors, and customers.
• Specifies materials, equipment, and supplies required for project completion and evaluates vendorcapabilities.

Benefits

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, employee resource and social groups, and moreSee more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level