Engineering Technician at Mission Systems – West Valley City, Utah

Engineering Technician

ID: 2026-71161
US-UT-West Valley City
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 2/25/2026
Category: Technicians/Technical Support
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Associate’s degree in related discipline or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after 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

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind.

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.

The Sr Advanced Engineering Technician will pro-actively support engineering activities such as designing, testing, checking-out, modification, fabrication and assembly prototype electro mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. This may entail performing the following:

• Interprets complex engineering drawings, diagrams and schematics, and understand the necessary interfaces
• Performs complex system level troubleshooting to component level
• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and troubleshooting functions
• Lays out, builds, calibrates, adjusts, installs and maintains equipment, components, devices or systems

What you’ll experience:

• Perform assembly and testing of transduction devices and subsystems
• Execute established test procedures and document results accurately
• Operate and interpret data from electronic test equipment, including:
  • Digital and analog multimeters
  • Oscilloscopes
  • Power supplies
  • Signal generators
• Troubleshoot electronic circuits, wiring, connectors, power distribution, and control electronics to isolate failures
• Support failure analysis and root-cause investigations in coordination with engineering teams
• Verify hardware configuration against engineering drawings, schematics and technical documentation
• Identify, document, and track discrepancies, anomalies, and corrective actions
• Support regression testing after hardware or design changes
• Maintain test setups, cables, and equipment used for testing
• Follow safety, quality, and configuration control procedures
• Participate in technical reviews, test readiness activities, and problem-solving discussions as required

What you bring to the table:

• An Associate’s degree in related discipline or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Understands implications of work and provides applicable solutions
• Distinct knowledge of specialized function and proficiency in application and interpretation of complex specifications, requirements, standards and practices

What sets you apart:

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Superior communication and collaboration skills

Workplace Options:

This position is 100% on-site in the West Valley City, Utah office.

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 $31.14 - USD $33.40 /Hr.

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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