Engineer Specialist (E-Band)
•Requisition Number:1010
•Position Type:Full-Time Regular
•Relocation Provided:No
•Department:TCV Mechanical Engineering - L9649 (Direct)
•Location:Sterling Heights Complex (LSHC)
•Education Required:Bachelors Degree
•Experience Required:More than 10 years
Position Description:
This opening is for a Mechanical Engineer with experience in the design, development and integration SUSPENSION systems for track military vehicles. The individual will have to perform the following:
•Lead the integration of suspension systems on current and future tracked vehicle platforms
•Lead suspension performance and mobility analysis
•Design, select, integrate suspension components
•Act as primary technical POC on source selection and supplier oversight
•Track weight, cost, thermal, and power allocations
•Develop and manage drawing release schedule
•Coordinate Suspension System Prototype Build
•Technical assessment of vehicle suspension systems including semiactive and active systems
•Develop and release engineering design and development specifications for suspension system components
•Read and interpret technical drawings
•Prepare comprehensive technical reports and proposals
•Work with other engineering disciplines to exchange technical information and give direction to drafting and prototype shop personnel
•Prepare comprehensive technical reports and proposals
•Conduct engineering evaluations in a laboratory environment
Position Requirements:
•Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline, Mechanical Engineering preferred and 6-9 years of applicable experience.
•Candidates must have a strong aptitude on suspension design and theory of operation
•Experience using solid modeling applications, prefer Pro-E
•Understanding of the fundamentals of springs, dampers, mechanics of materials, tires, wheels, track. track drive, steering and track tensioning systems
•Strong communication skills
•Work independently and in a team environment
•Ability to obtain security clearance.
•Ability to obtain a military vehicle safe work requirements entry authorization
•Some US and foreign travel may be required
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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.
