General Dynamics Bothell , WA 98021
Posted 2 weeks ago
Responsibilities for this Position
Sr. Director R&D Eng
US-WA-Bothell
Job ID: 2024-31248
Type: Full Time
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Category: Engineering
Bothell, WA
Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Sr. Director R&D Engineering to join our Bothell, WA Team.
We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.
GD-OTS offers great benefits effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental, vision, and 401k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you.
Summary:
The Sr. Director, R&D Eng initiates the design, development, execution and implementation of technology research projects. The role investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products. They will plan and execute applied research.
Responsibilities
Directs and oversees the organization's engineering research, design, and development activities with the goal of developing new or improved products, processes, or services
Specifies precise new product functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost, reliability and safety
Designs, develops, executes and evaluates fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans; creates and reviews material part specifications and bills of materials
Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize designs for manufacturability
Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings
Develops project plans, reviews research specifications, secures resources, monitors project progress, and provides regular reports to leadership teams
Ensures that all laboratory activities comply with regulatory guidelines, and quality and/or performance standards
Manages research activities and guides subordinates in the application of scientific or engineering principles to the product development process
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel decisions with concurrence from HR & Senior Leadership
Establishes and administers policies and procedures, departmental budgeting, strategic planning, and procedural change
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
8-10 years experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering
Experience in a DoD environment
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Working knowledge of munitions: associated platforms, strategic and tactical systems, and military munitions/platform interface requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interface
Strong written, digital and verbal communication skills in both an individual and team environment
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
Experience in planning and budgeting
Knowledge of business process and functions (finance, HR, procurement, operations etc.)
Must be able to possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to reprioritize on the fly
Must be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlines
Works within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safety
Operates under minimal direction and exercises moderate to independent judgment
Decisions are guided by policy, procedures and business plan
Other Requirements:
Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
Responsible for working collaboratively across different departments to manage projects/programs from initiation through completion
Develops capture strategy, identifies and assesses government requirements and capture plans
Willingness and ability to travel 25% of time
Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate
Professional demeanor and presentation skills for frequent customer meetings, presentations, and site visits
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employees at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
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