Electrical Engineer Entry Level

Job ID Number
2025-67396
San Jose, CA, US
Category
Engineering
Required Clearance
Top Secret
Employment Type
Full Time
Remote Option
On-Site
Business Unit
GD Mission Systems

Responsibilities for this Position

Electrical Engineer Entry Level

ID: 2025-67396
USA-CA-San Jose
Required Clearance: Top Secret
Posted Date: 7/29/2025
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: College
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.


Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense Top Secret is required 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

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

Imagine being part of the team that develops the technologies, products and services that help our nations heroes keep our nation safe. The work is important. The challenges are career-defining. The opportunity is waiting for you at GDMS.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) has an immediate opening for an Electrical Engineerto join us in our San Jose, CA location. This position provides an opportunity to further advance cutting-edge technologies that support some of our nations core defense/intelligence services and systems. GDMS employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

The Electrical Engineer will be part of an innovative team that loves to evaluate RF systems, such as RADARs, jammers, or communications systems, including their software and signals, for capabilities, performance, and vulnerabilities. This individual is expected to work effectively in multi-disciplined engineering teams where communication and innovation are key.

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What youll experience:

  • Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
  • A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
  • Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered
  • What you bring to the table:

  • Understanding of RF physical layer implementations
  • Understanding of networking concepts
  • Experience with RF test equipment, such as RF signal generators and spectrum analyzers
  • Experience in communication protocol implementation and analysis in one or more of C, C++, Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, Wireshark
  • Strong ability to manage tasks and projects independently with urgency
  • What sets you apart:

  • Advanced degree in relevant field of study
  • Experience with Digital Signal Processing
  • Understanding of cyber security concepts
  • Ability to contribute to rapid prototyping of proof-of-concept capabilities
  • Demonstrated problem-solving, verbal and written communication, presentation, and organizational skill
  • Proven technical leadership skills ability to generate and deliver creative problem solutions
  • Our Commitment to You:

  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more atgdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
  • Workplace Options:

  • This position is fully on-site
  • While on-site, you will be a member of the Intelligence Systems Team in San Jose, CA


  • Salary Note

    This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

    Combined Salary Range

    USD $85,807.00 - USD $95,193.00 /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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