Senior Advanced Space Systems Engineer (Sign-on Bonus Available)
General Dynamics Mission Systems
Scottsdale, AZ · Posted August 26, 2026
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November 2026
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About the job
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be...