Hardware Engineering Technical Manager - Mechanical

Responsibilities

for this Position Hardware Engineering Technical Manager

• MechanicalID: 2026-75007 US-MA-Pittsfield. Required Clearance: Secret. Posted Date: 9/17/2026Category: Engineering-Hardware. Employment Type: Full Time. Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.Basic Qualifications. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant supervisory experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of 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. What youll experience. Lead engineering strategy, tools, and processes for a technical domain.Guide complex projects from planning through delivery, balancing cost, schedule, quality, and customer needs.Partner with project teams, customers, suppliers, and leadership to solve problems and manage risks.Build and develop a high-performing team through hiring, coaching, performance management, and training.Drive continuous improvement, including opportunities to use AI to improve engineering processes and outcomes.What you bring to the table. Proven experience leading engineering teams, technical programs, or a complex functional area.Strong understanding of project leadership, budgets, schedules, risk management, and earned value principles.Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to connect technical and business stakeholders.A collaborative, creative approach to solving complex problems and delivering results.Ability to manage priorities, set clear goals, delegate effectively, and meet commitments.What sets you apart. Deep technical expertise and a reputation as a trusted leader in your field.Experience shaping technical strategies, supporting proposals, and developing practical project plans.A track record of improving processes, tools, and team performance.Strong people leadership skills, including attracting, developing, and retaining talent.Ability to identify and apply AI-driven ideas that create meaningful improvements and innovation.Our Commitment to You:An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.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 or flex from site in Pittsfield, MA.#LI-Hybrid. 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 RangeUSD $164,314.00
• USD $182,285.00 /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 VeteransPI287158423