Mechanical Engineer II – Designer, Drafter

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems

. Support the Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) Engineering Team .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $76,000 - $103,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering, including Design Engineering, Prototyping, and Applied Mechanics, while effectively collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver manufacturable designs and solutions. Proficient in CAD and CAE software, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate and optimize engineering designs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical EngineeringDesign EngineeringCAD SoftwareApplied MechanicsProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Design OptimizationDesign ReviewRequirements Engineering/AnalysisPrototypingEngineering DrawingsTechnical DrawingsBlueprint InterpretationConfiguration ControlManufacturable Mechanical DesignsAnalytical Thinking

Soft Skills

Oral Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsAbility to Meet DeadlinesTeam CollaborationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelWordPowerPointComputer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's DegreeEngineering Degree

Industry Keywords

Solid Rocket Motor (SRM)Propulsion-Related HardwareMechanical DesignSystem ComponentsEquipment FailuresTechnical InformationDesign IntegrationManufacturing ProcessesEngineering TechniquesCustomer Design Proposals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) Engineering Team
Create detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, and specifications for propulsion-related hardware, including motor cases, nozzles, insulation, joints, and structural interfaces
Support design integration, configuration control, and release of accurate, manufacturable mechanical designs
Apply engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair, and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment
Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
Confer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate design/application feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements
Specify system components or direct product modifications to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties, diagnose faulty operation, and make recommendations to maintenance crews
Collaborate closely with engineers across disciplines
Receive moderate guidance and direction while exercising discretion and judgment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience
Engineering degree required
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
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
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 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
Up to 25% travel likely

Benefits

Comp & perks

Gain Sharing Program eligibility
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Basic life insurance
Pre-tax spending accounts
401(k) plan
Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Enhanced Legal Services
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Educational Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid holidays
120 hours of PTO annually
Up to 3 weeks paid family leave
Career development and recognition programs
Remote work option