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Salary
$95k – $106k per year
Location
In office (Pittsfield)
Seniority
Junior · 2+ years exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026.

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General Dynamics Mission Systems is the business unit of defense contractor General Dynamics that builds C4ISR, secure communications, cybersecurity, electronic warfare and mission systems for land, sea, air, space and cyber operations, with headquarters in Fairfax, Virginia. Formed in 2015 by merging two General Dynamics units, it employs more than 12,000 people at sites such as Pittsfield and Dedham in Massachusetts, Scottsdale in Arizona and Manassas in Virginia. Recruiting centers on ASIC and FPGA, embedded software, electrical, mechanical and systems engineers, test staff, manufacturing technicians and interns.

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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