CODE51 Machinery Controls System Engineer

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Interim Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Systems Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Industrial Controls, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)

Certifications:

CompTIA - Security+ - CompTIA

Experience:

1 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Join General Dynamics IT (GDIT) and be a part of a team that solve some of the world's most complex technical challenges. The program is seeking a Machinery Controls Systems Engineer to join them in Philadelphia, PA.

In this role, you will provide lifecycle support of fielded and future Machinery Control Systems (MCS) on the USS ARLEIGH BURKE class of destroyer.  This includes shipboard support as well as Land Based Engineering Site (LBES) support.  The USS ARLEIGH BURKE MCS is comprised of several variants spanning various technologies. The newest technology variant focuses on industry standard commercial off the shelf (COTS) equipment inclusive of ruggedized computers and programmable logic controller (PLC) systems.

Lifecycle support of the supervisory machinery control system which includes, but is not limited to:

• Provide design support for integration of equipment in an industrial/shipboard environment
• Provide technical input to the design of future MCS systems
• Develop, derive, and refine system and software requirements for future fielded systems
• Troubleshooting complex problems of future fielded systems (PLC based control systems) both at LBES and shipboard
• Review of technical documentation related to future fielded systems
• Provide test support at LBES
• Provide shipboard SW & HW installation support at LBES Develop test procedures to exercise requirements of future fielded systems

Essential Skills:

• Knowledge of the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures associated with industrial control systems
• Proficiency in reading electrical diagrams
• Proficiency in the use of test tools associated with industrial control systems Proficiency in the use of diagnostic tools associated with industrial control system troubleshooting
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Proficient in basic computer/laptop use including advanced operations
• Basic knowledge of network troubleshooting tools

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree

• 1+ years of experience with electrical engineering or computer engineering as it pertains to control systems in an industrial environment
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems

• Security+

• Secret clearance

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with IEC 61131-3 standard
• Familiarity with Rockwell, Siemens, or other PLC systems
• Experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems Experience upgrading hardware platforms of Legacy Embedded Systems Experience with ISO/IEC/IEEE Systems and Software Standards

Additional Information:

• This position requires the candidate to travel at least 20% of the time.
• This position requires an onsite workload at LBES for at least 50% of the time.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $69,722 - $93,725. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA PA Philadelphia

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan