Associate System Engineer

Associate System Engineer General Dynamics Land Systems 401(k) United States, Michigan, Sterling Heights 38500 Mound Road (Show on map) Apr 16, 2026 About the Role
As an Associate System Engineer your duties will include the development of system/subsystem design and requirements, software requirements, integration and verification test. Ensure the design has been fully defined, traceable, and validated during testing down to the components and software requirements. Ensure that all other assigned tasks are completed on-time with quality.
Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment. What We Offer
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
Healthcare including medical, dental, vision.
Competitive base pay.
401k Match (6%).
Hybrid work schedule may be available.
9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.
Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track. Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Role
(Specific tasks include but are not limited to and under the guidance of senior engineers)
Understanding and development of systems & subsystem level requirements
Design and develop the system and subsystem architecture, interfaces, and design including commonality considerations.
Decompose system and subsystem performance and verification requirements and develop design-verification plans and reports.
Define and ensure traceability of the system and subsystem requirements and software requirements.
Identify, define, and manage power, data, and other system interfaces.
Accurately capture and review electrical schematics at aSystem/Subsystem level
Perform functional analysis to develop flows and concepts of execution.
Ensure the system, subsystem, and component interfaces are maintained.
Support managing power and network bandwidth allocations for vehicle functions.
Ensure the system design aligns across physical, power, data, and software.
Integrate and verify the system and subsystem components in the Lab/Vehicle
Define and execute system and subsystem integration, test, and verification plans.
Understand processes and tools used in requirements management.
Achieve proficiency in one or multiple domains from a subsystem perspective (e.g., Power, Fire Control, Diagnostics, Information Assurance, C4, Software User Interface design, etc.)
Help design, develop and execute other duties as assigned Qualifications Sought
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Control Systems, Software, or related engineering field. (Other technical degrees will be considered with related experience.)
Entry Level College graduate in Engineering, 0-3 years of applicable experience
Advanced degree a plus
Knowledge of systems engineering and requirement management tools like DOORS
Understanding of Model Based System Engineering and tools like CAMEO
Broad based knowledge of electrical systems, system/subsystem, H/W, and S/W requirements.
Experience with integration of electrical / electronic components and associated software/hardware
Experience with network-based vehicle architecture
Experience trouble shooting electrical systems required
Understanding of low-level languages
Experience with J1939 CAN and Ethernet protocols
Experience with lab & vehicle-based electronics and softwaretesting
Ability to multi-task, meet or exceed deadlines and build strong cross functional relations
Understanding of project management and issue tracking tools like Jira
Understanding of sensors, software languages and scripting are a plus
Microsoft Office experience including PowerPoint,Excel, etc. Additional Information / Desired Experience
This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles is desired. Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space)
The candidate will need to have strong written and oral communication skills.
Able to work overtime when required
Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position.
Ability to travel (mostly domestic, some international) up to 15% GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.