Hardware Engineer at Mission Systems – Scottsdale, Arizona

Hardware Engineer

ID: 2026-71608
US-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: No clearance
Posted Date: 3/23/2026
Category: Engineering-Hardware
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred,

Clearance Requirements:

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

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Hardware Engineer within the Scottsdale-based Land and Air Systems Engineering team. This position provides an opportunity to design and build uniquely resilient hardware to ensure mission success in contested environments. The team is focused on tactical communications that span many Department of Defense customers. In a collaborative environment, the team works closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

Seeking a Hardware Engineer responsible for applying principles and techniques of electrical engineering to develop, test, and implement electrical components, equipment, and systems. The role involves participating in requirements analysis, design, integration, and verification processes, as well as supporting technical reviews and root cause analysis. The ideal candidate works within defined processes and collaborates with project leaders, program managers, and external customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Application of electrical engineering processes, concepts, principles, and theories
• Evaluates vendor capability to support product development
• Performs electrical engineering root cause analysis for electrical issues, conducts experimental tests, evaluates results to formulate and implement solutions to issues
• Supports the generation of technical engineering products by using the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the electrical development life cycle
• Participates in electrical requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis (e.g., timing, power, etc.), design, integration, and verification of electrical components, equipment, and systems.
• Contributes to electrical reviews of electrical components, equipment, and systems

What sets you apart:

• Experience in application of electrical engineering processes, concepts, principles, and theories
• Skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions.
• Grasps and applies new information quickly. Shows initiative on assignments, exercises strong independent judgment. Solid ability to handle more complex problems.
• Creative thinker committed to staying ahead of technology trends, with strong background in test and troubleshooting
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
• Willingness to travel to support field test events

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 fully on-site
While on-site, you will be a part of the Scottsdale, Arizona facility at GDMS Scottsdale, AZ Campus

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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 $95,384.00 - USD $105,817.00 /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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