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Manufacturing Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems · Marion, VA

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Level
Engineer
Team
Manufacturing
Degree
Required
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at General Dynamics Mission Systems (aerospace & defense) in Marion, VA. In this entry-level position, the Manufacturing Engineer will develop strong communications with internal teams to estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing.

They ask for
degree required
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, Tooling

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Manufacturing Engineer roles in Virginia: typical posted base $85k–$135k.

Median of the low and high ends of 15 live postings that list pay, out of 47 manufacturing engineer openings in Virginia, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

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Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $79k–$129k, from 13 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Tooling 47%
  • New product launch 30%
  • ✓ Lean 28%
  • Automation 26%

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field.

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

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.We will rely on your knowledge and skills to develop, implement and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacturing or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies. In this entry-level position, the Manufacturing Engineer will develop strong communications with internal teams to estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards and make recommendations for tooling and process

requirements

of new or existing product lines. At GDMS, we continually seek ways to develop and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing our team’s knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • ◆Develop manufacturing engineering plans and strategies for specific products and processes
  • ◆Assist product engineering with design for manufacturability and design to cost
  • ◆Develop floor layouts to optimize process flow
  • ◆Document procedures, process qualifications, work instructions, shop aids, and routings
  • ◆Define and document equipment calibration

requirements

  • ✓Install manufacturing process systems and conduct production qualification, feasibility studies, and testing on new and modified designs
  • ✓Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design Engineering, Program Management, and Quality Assurance
  • ✓Complete assigned engineering projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines
  • ✓Support prototype fabrication and design testing as needed
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Basic

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • •Clear understanding of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and technical standards
  • •Clear proficiency in lean manufacturing techniques and Six Sigma methodology
  • •Clear knowledge of mechanical engineering concepts, principles, and theories
  • •Some knowledge with solid modeling CAD tools to create mechanical models and accompanying drawings
  • •Educational level knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools and their application
  • •Clear problem-solving, analytical, creative, and innovative skills
  • •Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • •Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
  • •Clear knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and proficiency in generating technical presentations
  • •Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Salary Note

USD $90,600.00 - USD $90,600.00 /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!

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