user avatar

Advanced ILS Specialist - Combat

General Dynamics Mission Systems

Today
Secret
Unspecified
Unspecified
Engineering - Systems
Manassas, VA (On-Site/Office)

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Management or Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

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

Ready to be a leader with the company that is committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, it's often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, it's waiting for you right now, right here.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

Utilizing your strong knowledge of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Elements, you'll assist in defining, reviewing and analyzing system requirements for enhancements/modifications for supportability by providing input to project/program plans and deliverables. Additionally, the Advanced Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Specialist will lead the review, development and modification of procedures and products for one or more ILS functions, while mentoring team members. It's your chance to put your talent to the ultimate test. Are you ready?

We are looking for a senior-level Integrated Logistic Support Engineer with 9-12 years of experience to help develop and deliver support products for the US Navy. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and a background in creating test procedures, training, and technical manuals. Experience with submarine fleet logistics and combat systems like AN/BYG-1 or AN/BQQ-10 is a must.

What you'll experience:

  • Review and provide feedback on draft and preliminary maintenance documents and technical manuals
  • Validate test procedures during testing events both in the lab and on submarines, sometimes requiring shift work
  • Create operations and maintenance procedures for technical manuals and training documents
  • Travel to support Navy customers on naval vessels in port and at sea
  • Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
  • A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
  • Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered

What you bring to the table:

  • Experience using S1000D and publishing IETMs using the SIDD viewer
  • Ability to prepare documentation for delivery in a variety of formats (e.g. .doc, .PDF, HTML and XML/SGML-tagged online and IETM).
  • Familiarity with military documentation using current DoD specifications and standards including, but not limited to, MIL-STD-3001, MIL-STD-38784, MIL-STD-24784, and MIL-STD 40051-2C
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel a must), XMLSpy, MS Visio, PowerPoint
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Fully proficient knowledge of Acquisition Logistics (a multi-functional technical management discipline associated with influencing design for supportability and planning the support infrastructure for a system by focusing on the integrated logistics support (ILS) elements and working with and across all IPTs)
  • Strong knowledge of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) elements (supply support; maintenance planning; manpower and personnel; technical manuals; training and training equipment; support equipment; facilities; computer resources support; packaging, handling, storage and transportation (PHS&T); design interface; reliability, maintainability and availability (RM&A), how they interact and how they are applied across a program, their effect on a system, plus how a systems' design and changes affect the ILS elements)
  • Knowledge of military/commercial requirements/specifications

What sets you apart:

  • Previous experience developing Navy training documents and material
  • Employs Instructional Design practices to design curriculum to support operations and maintenance training
  • Experience with Common Weapon Launcher, AN/BYG-1
  • Familiarity with Linux/Unix systems
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and work well under pressure
  • Previous Navy experience is a plus
  • Proven conflict management skills
  • Strong leadership skills consistent with a team-based work environment

Additional Requirements

  • Willingness to travel and perform duties onboard naval vessels.


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 position is fully on-site.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Manassas VA facility.

#CJ2

Target salary range: USD $113,161.00/Yr. - USD $125,538.00/Yr. 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.

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
group id: 10379933

Platforms: Smarter - Missions: Smarter

job ad image
Find General Dynamics Mission Systems on Social Media
Network Employers
user avatar
About Us
Bold thinking is welcome here. So is imagination, creativity, and leadership. Your ideas will power technologies and solutions that are so advanced and so critical, they’re often classified. Basically, at this level, there is no next level. THE CULTURE • Average Tenure Of 12 Years – Not All Companies Can Say That! • We Invest In Our People • Resources & Support to Grow Your Career • Multiple Employee Resource Groups • Professional Development Programs • We Invest In Our Communities • Partnerships at the Local and National Level • Veteran & Military Initiatives • Scholarship Programs • Our Work Is Very Cool – Even Top Secret! THE PERKS • 401k Plan With Immediate Vesting And A 6% Match • Flexible Schedules – 9/80 option with every other Friday off! • Work/Life Balance • Holidays, My Time & PTO • Family Leave, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance • Tuition Assistance • Family, Medical & Military Leave • Insurance • Mission Perks Discounts • And So Much More…
job ad2 image

General Dynamics Mission Systems Jobs


Clearance Level
Secret