Component Engineer DMSMS Support Specialist in Sudbury, Massachusetts at Mission Systems

Component Engineer DMSMS Support Specialist

ID: 2026-75620
US-Telework-Telework US-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: No clearance
Posted Date: 10/22/2026
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience, plus 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree.

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor component life cycles, supplier product change notices (PCNs), obsolescence notices, and material availability using SiliconExpert, Accuris/IHS, or similar tools.
• Process BOMs and serve as a point of contact for internal customers on BOM requirements, formatting, schedules, and priorities.
• Validate BOM quality, decode GDMS/SCD part numbers to manufacturer and orderable part numbers; identify incomplete or conflicting manufacturer data.
• Assess DMSMS risks and their effects on design, production, and sustainment.
• Prepare standardized DMSMS and end-of-life reports, including potential alternate parts or sources, last-time buys, and redesign recommendations.
• Prepare customer and contract required deliverables, including quarterly DMSMS roadmaps, BOM health summaries, status reports, and CDRL inputs.
• Evaluate proposed replacements for form, fit, function, performance, and qualification requirements.
• Work with engineering, procurement, suppliers, quality, and program teams to implement approved solutions.
• Maintain parts information, risk assessments, and resolution status; communicate risks and progress to stakeholders.
• Distinguish basic model numbers from orderable part numbers and understand how manufacturers control product configurations.
• Determine whether parts are governed by military, National Aerospace Standards, NEMA, or other industry specifications, or identified by commercial manufacturer part numbers.
• Prepare customer and contract required deliverables, including quarterly DMSMS roadmaps, BOM health summaries, status reports, and CDRL inputs.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working with supply chain teams and manufacturers on end-of-life and obsolescence issues.
• Ability to interpret component specifications, manufacturer data sheets, notices, and other technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including data analysis, filters, pivots and report preparation
• Proficiency with product data management applications such as GDMS EPDM-Windchill, CIMA, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic components and mechanical hardware.
• Strong analytical, organizational, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to manage concurrent tasks independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing DMSMS issues for complex systems or long-life products.
• Familiarity with component life-cycle data, parts databases, and BOMs. Experience with SiliconExpert, Accuris/IHS Markit, GIDEP, or similar tools.
• Experience evaluating alternate components and supporting engineering changes.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or another regulated industry.
• Experience participating in integrated product teams and presenting DMSMS status, risk, and recommended actions to program teams or customers.

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 $90,359.00 - USD $97,771.00 /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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