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Mechanical Engineer I

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (CA)

$71,528.00 - $96,773.00

life insurance, paid holidays, 401(k)

United States, California, San Diego

Mar 31, 2026

Mechanical Engineer I

Job Locations

US-CA-San Diego

Requisition ID

2026-35550

Position Type

Full Time

Position Classification

On-Site

Job Function

Engineering

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters.Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

*Perform engineering change process ECO
*Perform drafting, tolerance analysis including GD&T, and create solid models using SolidWorks
*Conduct FEA and conventional hand-cal stress analysis
*Perform development testing
*Support production sustaining engineering tasks such as NCR, MRB, and suppliers' technical inquiries
*Perform detail design for precision electro-mechanical devices
*Perform component and system level risk and reliability analysis such as FMEA & Fault Tree
*Perform continuous improvement and Lean initiative projects
*Perform tool design
*Write process specification and test document
*Perform product and process safety assessment

Impact of the Role

General Profile

Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a job discipline

Performs routine assignments using existing procedures
Receives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles
Entry level to a professional career progression
Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

Applies engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment.
Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
Confers with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.
Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
Specifies system components or directs modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
Investigates equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew.

Required Qualifications

Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 0-3 years' experience
Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Problem-solving skills. Analytical thinking skills. Applied mechanics. Design engineering. Design optimization. Design review. Mechanical engineering. Prototyping. Requirements engineering/analysis. CAD software. Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) software.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
May need to stand for long periods of time.
Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
May be requested to work a different shift.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel likely.

Pay Range (USD)

$71,528.00 - $96,773.00

Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.

Additional Compensation

Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.

PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave

Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.

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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 employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.