Senior Mechanical Engineer in Florham Park, New Jersey at Mission Systems

Senior Mechanical Engineer

ID: 2026-73541
US-NJ-Florham Park
Required Clearance: Top Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 7/14/2026
Category: Engineering-Mechanical
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

Clearance Requirements:
Ability to obtain a 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

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a mechanical engineer for Space, Cyber & Intelligence Systems, you’ll be a member a cross functional team responsible for the development and advancement of various complex systems and mechanical deisgns

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

• Deep technical expertise in finite element analysis (FEA), environmental qualification testing, and dynamic structural assessment
• Experience with MIL-STD-810 and defense environmental qualification requirements
• Strong background in modal analysis, frequency response, transient response, and random vibration analysis

What sets you apart:

• A self-motivated engineer who can work independently, lead technical analysis efforts, and communicate findings effectively to multidisciplinary teams and government customers.
• Deep technical expertise in finite element analysis (FEA), environmental qualification testing, and dynamic structural assessment
• Leading and performing shock & vibration analyses including random vibration (PSD), shock response spectrum (SRS), sine sweep, and modal analyses
• Experience developing and reviewing engineering analysis reports and technical documentation
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods, as well as technical, government, and industry standards
• Collaborative, creative thinker with experience leading complex projects with successful outcomes
• Exceptional communication skills with experience writing technical papers and proposals
• 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 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 Hybrid/Flex
While on-site, you will be a part of the Florham Park Facility

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 $172,388.00 - USD $181,815.00 /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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