Sr Advanced Space Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Corp

Scottsdale, AZ(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$149,902–$166,298 Per Year
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Agile Programming Methodologies, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Broadband, Communication Skills, Communication Theory, Computer Firmware, Computer Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Corporate Social Responsibility, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cyberspace, Data Modeling, DevOps, Develop Methodologies, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Electrical Engineering, Functional Analysis, Hardware Development, Hardware-Software Integration, IPv4, Information Theory, Integration Testing, Leadership, MATLAB, MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching), Management Strategy, Mathematics, Monte Carlo Method, Negotiation Skills, NetConf, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Network Routing, Network Switching, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Packet Processing, Performance Analysis, Press Releases, Process Analysis, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, QoS (Quality of Service), Radio Frequency, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Safety Training, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Signal Processing, Signal Processing Algorithms, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Statistics, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), System Test, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Team Player, Technical Leadership, Test Plan/Schedule, Top Secret Clearance, Trade Studies, UDP (User Datagram Protocol), United States Citizen, VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), VPN (Virtual Private Network), Validation Testing, Wheel/Front-End Loader
LOCATION
Scottsdale, AZ
POSTED
30+ days ago

Sr Advanced Space Systems Engineer - Scottsdale, AZ, US - 2026-72417 | General Dynamics

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Sr Advanced Space Systems Engineer

Job ID Number 2026-72417 Scottsdale, AZ, US Category Engineering Required Clearance TS/SCI, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements Employment Type Full Time Remote Option On-Site Business Unit GD Mission Systems

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Sr Advanced Space Systems Engineer

ID: 2026-72417

US-AZ-Scottsdale

Required Clearance: TS/SCI, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements

Posted Date: 5/13/2026

Category: Engineering-Systems

Employment Type: Full Time

Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of DefenseTS/SCI security clearance ispreferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date 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

GDMS Sr. Advanced Systems Engineers analyze, design, develop and test GDMS systems to ensure the integration of software, hardware, reliability, maintainability, safety and other requirements in the total engineering effort.

Responsibilities include requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis, system design, trade studies, systems integration and test (verification), validation and interface definition studies of system elements. Tasks may include formulating operational concepts; performing mission, functional, cost-benefit and risk analysis; developing signal processing architecture and overall system architecture.

Our systems typically include digital signal processing algorithms that are implemented in hardware and software for space-based systems. In addition to the general systems engineering qualification stated above, highly qualified candidates have work experience with digital signal processing algorithm development for the statistical analysis of signal parameter measurements utilizing techniques from Detection & Estimation Theory, Random Processes Analysis, and Communications and Information Theory. Working knowledge of MATLAB for DSP using related toolboxes, background with Radar Processing, DSP for mitigating/processing RF effects, Monte Carlo analysis or Phased Array/Beam Forming is a plus.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

  • Experience in Python
  • Experience with SmallSats and CubeSats development
  • Hardware Prototype Development, FlatSat, Hardware Integration, Hardware in-the-loop Systems Integrations and Test Experience
  • Experience in computer networking protocols and specifically Switch and Router Networking solutions (packet processing, TCP/IP, MPLS, DSCP, VPN, ESP, VLAN, QoS, ToS, IPV4/6, TCP/UDP, and HAIPE NETCONF)
  • High-speed networking solutions, including YANG network data model
  • Network device routing and forwarding testing
  • Electrical Engineering and/or Systems Engineering, particularly with communications or digital signal processing focus
  • Experience with Agile hardware, software, or firmware development, DevOps, CI/CD
  • Experience with Digital Engineering/Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)/SySML/MagicDraw/Cameo
  • Experience in Space Payloads Design, Development or I&T

What sets you apart:

  • Success leading the systems development life cycle with strong proficiency with requirements management and system modeling tools
  • Creative thinker motivated to apply technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions
  • Collaborative team player with the ability to provide technical leadership and position others for success
  • Strong presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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 nations 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 Our Scottsdale, AZ Campus - General Dynamics Mission Systems (gdmissionsystems.com)

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 $149,902.00 - USD $166,298.00 /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

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