Liaison Engineer

Job Description

Job Description
- This Entry Engineer position will function as a product engineering representative for the manufacturing of various military vehicle programs, including but not limited to the Abrams Main Battle Tank or Stryker Hull fabrication. The selected individual in this position will function as/or perform the following:
- Support for combat vehicle fabrication or assembly reporting to the Engineering Manager at Lima.
- Technical liaison for Abrams or Stryker with interface to and coordination with various levels of GDLS (local and division personnel) and the customer organization.
- Flat file development and maintenance.
- Execute Engineering Change impacts.
- Support Abrams vehicle induction inspection at customer storage locations (ANAD, Sierra).

Position Requirements:
- Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related technical field preferred.
- Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred.
- Associates Degree with extensive Stryker/ Abrams Mfg. experience will be considered
- ship required and must be 18 years of age.
- Must successfully complete background check and pre-employment medical process including a drug screen
- Must be able to obtain/maintain DOD Secret Security clearance
- Must be able to obtain unescorted access to the JSMC facility through the vetting process as administered by the Department of Army Police as well as gain access to other military bases as required.
- Functional understanding of GD&T desirable.
- Able to d evelop armored vehicle design definition (TDP) via flat file process
- Able to p rovide Program/ Product level leadership with GDLS division and customer program representatives
- Able to perform problem solving and root cause analysis.
- Combat vehicle operational and systems level knowledge desirable.
- Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
- Proficient with computers and software including MS Office, Pro-Engineer, Creo, Team Center, etc.
- Occasional travel required (both CONUS and OCONUS).
- Must provide adherence to CUI environment requirements.
- Demonstrated team leadership skills and ability to work in a teaming environment with a bargaining unit workforce.
- Provide liaison engineering floor support as required.
- Must be able to meet Anthropometric Size Requirements (ASR) for vehicle safe entry.
- Fluent with Abrams design configuration, vehicle completion processes and supply chain.
- Must be able to work independently or with minimum oversight to address responsibilities.
- Working Conditions & Environment:

• Using ladders and stairs to climb into/onto vehicle structures.
• Climbing, walking, bending, kneeling, standing, and stooping.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Working in and around dust, fumes, oils, mists, adhesives and in areas with a high noise volume.
• Working in hot and cold environments.
• Depending upon departmental assignment, wearing a respirator may be required.
• This position requires working in both office and manufacturing floor environments.
• Travel up to 5% domestically.

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 or send an e-mail to [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.