Basic Qualifications :Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.Clearance Requirements:Department of Defense Secret security clearance is desired at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a US Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, US citizenship is required.Responsibilities for this Position:PERKS:This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for New Hires OnlyOur Employee Referral Program offers a $3k Referral Bonus for any candidate referred by an employee and hired for this position.A Relocation package may be available for this positionImagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they're often classified. That's what you'll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you'll lead amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems.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 experienced Hardware Development Engineer will be responsible and accountable for the electrical technical planning, scheduling, cost analysis, risk analysis and successful execution of small to medium programs or the major electrical subsystems of a larger program containing substantial electrical content. You'll have substantial influence as a team lead and contributor on the electrical requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis (eg timing, power, etc.), interface analysis and definition for the design, integration and verification of electrical components, equipment and systems.This key role is in support of the Disruptive Radio Team ("DiRT"); part of RF Systems Line of Business under GDMS Ground Systems (GS) in support of various tactical radio products which includes Research and Development (R&D), proof of concept/protype like programs ("rapid fielding" phase) and full-scale production programs.Be part of our new strategic radio business where we intend to mainstream our DiRT concepts into new products/programs (eg, recently selected for both US Army's Mounted Mission Command - Transport Line-Of-Sight (LOS) and Transceiver-Encryptor Programs).In line with our strategic radio business, we are also looking for ways to improve & strengthen our customer intimacy. We are in the process of establishing a presence at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), Maryland where majority of our customer community resides. This will allow us to have continuous on-site customer interface, improved responses on all customer requests (eg, Technical, RFI's, RFP's) and full support of all on-site key events/demonstrations (eg, NetModX, Cyber Quest, Project Convergence).If being part of a growing radio business, first in the formation of an elite engineering team (extension of our existing Scottsdale AZ DiRT organization), working directly with our customers and supporting on-site hardware/software integration events and demonstrations excites you then come join us as we establish our new APG engineering DiRT Facility/Lab and technical team.What you'll experience:Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secretA team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's nextOpportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discoveredWhat you bring to the table:A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experienceHighly proficient in the use and understanding of electrical engineering concepts, principles, and theories; frequent contributor to the development of new theories and methodsProven, effective leadership skills to guide work groups and programs to successful completionExceptional knowledge of the electrical engineering processAbility to travel as neededSoftware Defined Radios (SDRs) experience/knowledge.What sets you apart:Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to communicate project issues and impactsCreative thinking with the ability to multi-taskKeeps abreast of technology trendsEffectively handle complex assignments independently or in multiple work groups#CJ3Company 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!General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/VeteranAs a contractor to the Federal Government, General Dynamics Mission Systems must comply with the federal mandate requiring our workforce be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 by January 4, 2022, with only very limited exceptions for medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs.