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Electrical Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems

At a glance

Electrical Engineer with General Dynamics Mission Systems in Pittsfield, MA, paying $105,817 a year ($50.87 an hour). Posted Sep 28, 2026; closes Sep 28, 2027.

Pay
$105,817 a year ($50.87 an hour)
Location
Pittsfield, MA
Employer
General Dynamics Mission Systems (government contractor)
Posted
Sep 28, 2026
Closes
Sep 28, 2027
Who can apply
U.S. citizens; Secret clearance required

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Job Description

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 months relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred 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 an electrical engineer for the Advanced Development team you'll be a member of a cross-functional team responsible for the early concept phase for future programs, with a focus on FPGA development and networking.

We encourage you to apply if you have experience or interest in any of the following areas:

FPGA development

Networking

Cybersecurity

What Sets You Apart:

Experience applying electrical-engineering processes, concepts, principles, and theories

Experience with FPGA and electrical-development tools

A creative mindset, awareness of emerging technology trends, and a strong background in test and troubleshooting

Ability to thrive in collaborative environments and contribute to shared team success

Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Ability to identify 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 that support national security

Flexible schedules, including the option for a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, where program requirements permit

Competitive benefits, including 401(k) matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource groups, social groups, and more

Learn more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This is a full-time, on-site position in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

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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