Lead Systems Integration Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

San Antonio, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$139,662–$147,300 Per Year
LOCATION
San Antonio, TX
POSTED
11 days ago

Basic Qualifications

Master's degree, plus 6 years of relevant experience. Bachelor's degree in a specialized area or equivalent relevant experience is required; plus, a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

 

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire. Must be able to obtain Polygraph. 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

Job Opportunity: Lead Systems Integration Engineer at General Dynamics Mission Systems

 

Position Overview:

Join our team to help architect and lead mission-critical systems that keep people safe. As a Lead Systems Integration Engineer, you'll serve as a strategic technology leader responsible for defining, designing, and governing enterprise-wide IT infrastructure across complex, multi-domain environments. You'll drive innovation, mentor teams, and deliver cutting-edge solutions that align with organizational objectives while maintaining the highest standards of performance, security, and compliance.

 

What You'll Experience:

  • Define and drive the enterprise-wide IT architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term technology roadmaps.
  • Serve as the primary technical authority across multiple IT domains, providing strategic guidance to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Champion the adoption of AI, automation, and DevSecOps practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Design and oversee identity and access management strategies, network infrastructures, and enterprise system build standards across multiple classification levels.
  • Lead complex project initiatives involving LAN/WAN design, acquisition, and implementation at an enterprise scale.
  • Develop and maintain executive-level briefings, metrics dashboards, and technical documentation to communicate system health and performance.

What You Bring to the Table:

  • Deep expertise across multiple IT domains including networking, systems administration, and security architecture.
  • Expert-level experience with AWS, Azure, Red Hat Linux, UNIX, and Windows environments.
  • Advanced proficiency in LINUX/UNIX scripting and automation tools including Ansible, Satellite, and Ansible Tower/AAP.
  • Extensive experience with Cisco Routers, Switches, WAN Protocols, QoS, LAN, and Data Center Protocols.
  • Exceptional decision-making, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and address vulnerabilities at an enterprise scale.

What Sets You Apart:

  • Visionary leadership in enterprise IT architecture with a track record of delivering transformational technology solutions.
  • Proven ability to mentor and develop talent while driving technology strategy across multiple disciplines.
  • Expert-level familiarity with DISA, Intelligence Community (IC), and coalition security requirements including STIGs and ICD standards.
  • Innovative problem-solving skills with the ability to integrate groundbreaking ideas into practical, mission-aligned solutions.
  • Passion for continuous learning and staying ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends.
  •  Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Our Commitment to You:

  • Exciting career opportunities with continuous learning and professional development.
  • Competitive benefits including 401k matching, flexible time off, healthcare, and wellness programs.
  • Be part of a team that supports heroes and makes a true impact.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience; Master's degree plus 10 years; or PhD plus 8 years.
  • A minimum of an IAT Level II (DoD 8570/8140.01) certification is required at the time of hire.
  • Preferred: IAT Level III (DoD 8570/8140.01) certification at the time of hire: e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CISA, or equivalent.
  • Active Security Clearance required.

 

Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site at our San Antonio, Texas location. For more information about our benefits and workplace, visit: GDMS Careers and San Antonio Location.

Salary Note

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.

Combined Salary Range

USD $139,662.00 - USD $147,300.00 /Yr.

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

About the Company

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General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, employees share a common mission to be a trusted partner to the U.S. defense, intelligence and homeland security communities.

Whether you're working on the internal systems of a new ship strategic to the U.S. Navy's role in keeping sea lanes open, developing a camera system for the U.S. Army to protect our forces or helping the Department of Homeland Security coordinate defense against and response to cyber attacks, you'll share a sense of duty and patriotism common to all General Dynamics employees.

When you join General Dynamics, you'll become part of a culture that nurtures innovation. We encourage our professionals to challenge the conventional way of doing things. And we motivate our employees to solve tough customer problems by promoting and sharing new ideas.

Join a team that's dedicated to what matters most. Build your career at General Dynamics today.

General Dynamics Mission Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics. Headquartered in Falls Church, Va., General Dynamics employs approximately 91,000 people worldwide. The company is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
FOUNDED
1952
WEBSITE
https://gdmissionsystems.com