Production Liaison Engineer (5 years' experience)

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Production Liaison Engineer (5 years' experience)

Location: Lima, OH, United States

Category: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: OH

City: Lima

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance

Career Level: Mid-Career

Requisition ID: 14768247

Date Posted: Oct 11, 2024

Description: About the Role:

This role will reside in Lima, Ohio at JSMC

This role is for a production / design Engineer with a focus on supporting design for manufacturing (DFM) across an array of one of our signature platform vehicle and other products that GDLS produces. The job is located at the Lima Tank Plant in Lima, Ohio (JSMC - Joint Systems Manufacture Center) but will report up through the GDLS Design & Development Engineering (DDE) organization in Sterling Heights, Michigan as part of the broader Division activities.

The Production Liaison Engineer will reside at the Joint Systems Manufacturing Center in Lima, OH for a period of 3 or more years and report to the Engineering Manager at the facility. They will serve as a product representative for various combat vehicle programs and be a technical liaison to government representatives, JSMC leadership, and Sterling Heights engineering functions.

After 3 or more years at JSMC, there will be the option to continue working at JSMC (Lima, OH) or there may be the possibility to relocate to GDLS in Sterling Heights, MI and as a product design engineer. The lessons learned at JSMC will be leveraged to aid the design community to develop new products.

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.

Hybrid or onsite

Due to the nature of the work, this role may require on-site presence of 100%

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending (eligibility on day one.
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance
• 401k Match (6%) day one
• Educational Assistance (up to $10,000 per year)

Responsibilities to Anticipate/Expect:

• Serve as a product representative for various combat vehicle programs and be a technical liaison to government representatives, outside engineering functions.
• Conduct failure analysis and corrective action along with responsible for technical writing and presentations.
• Technical Data Package interpretation and clarification
• Coordinate design changes and implementation throughout the change process.
• Will support the principal engineers to assist manufacturing production through problem report resolution.
• Perform root cause and corrective action activities for drawing and TDP quality improvements.
• Assist in design functions with other dedicated design departments within the organization.
• Supports and helps develop and integrate components into vehicle platforms to meet vehicle performance requirements including human factors, safety, environmental, ballistic and mine blast requirements.
• Conducts design, integration and analysis of components and subsystems.
• Applies engineering analytical skill sets for design.
• Supports various projects by doing analysis and design, drawing mark-ups, and generating source data for engineering changes.
• Responsible for writing material requests and shop work requests, track delivery and stock of parts, participate in integration reviews, fit checks, and write reports.
• Provides support to prototype and production vehicle build and follow-up, technical corrective action formulation, troubleshooting and redesign activities.
• Works closely with design team, lead engineers and site engineering manager on all functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / What you must have:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Systems, Manufacturing Technology or related discipline)
• 5-7 years of experience in a related role desired
• Experience in an engineering role that worked with Combat Vehicle platforms, heavy equipment or industrial design desired.
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering principals in chosen expertise (i.e. structures, powertrain, etc...)
• Experience supporting prototype and/or production build activities
• Experience with root cause and corrective activities
• Solid modeling experience with NX and Creo
• Experience with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup a plus
• This role will require the candidate to work well in a team environment as well as individual contributor.
• Be able to multi-task on simultaneous development projects, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and mission scope
• Good time management skills required
• Have a proactive attitude and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication, interpersonal, presentation, and people skills required. This role will interact with customer representatives (DoD) as well as other cross functional areas/levels of GDLS representatives.
• Proficiency in MS Office Products required.

Additional Information

• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• This role/employee will reside in Lima, Ohio at JMSC for a minimum of 3 years.
• Limited travel maybe required including foreign travel if needed, up to 10%
• Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparableandbusiness considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
About the Role:

This role will reside in Lima, Ohio at JSMC

This role is for a production / design Engineer with a focus on supporting design for manufacturing (DFM) across an array of one of our signature platform vehicle and other products that GDLS produces. The job is located at the Lima Tank Plant in Lima, Ohio (JSMC - Joint Systems Manufacture Center) but will report up through the GDLS Design & Development Engineering (DDE) organization in Sterling Heights, Michigan as part of the broader Division activities.

The Production Liaison Engineer will reside at the Joint Systems Manufacturing Center in Lima, OH for a period of 3 or more years and report to the Engineering Manager at the facility. They will serve as a product representative for various combat vehicle programs and be a technical liaison to government representatives, JSMC leadership, and Sterling Heights engineering functions.

After 3 or more years at JSMC, there will be the option to continue working at JSMC (Lima, OH) or there may be the possibility to relocate to GDLS in Sterling Heights, MI and as a product design engineer. The lessons learned at JSMC will be leveraged to aid the design community to develop new products.

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.

Hybrid or onsite

Due to the nature of the work, this role may require on-site presence of 100%

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending (eligibility on day one.
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance
• 401k Match (6%) day one
• Educational Assistance (up to $10,000 per year)

Responsibilities to Anticipate/Expect:

• Serve as a product representative for various combat vehicle programs and be a technical liaison to government representatives, outside engineering functions.
• Conduct failure analysis and corrective action along with responsible for technical writing and presentations.
• Technical Data Package interpretation and clarification
• Coordinate design changes and implementation throughout the change process.
• Will support the principal engineers to assist manufacturing production through problem report resolution.
• Perform root cause and corrective action activities for drawing and TDP quality improvements.
• Assist in design functions with other dedicated design departments within the organization.
• Supports and helps develop and integrate components into vehicle platforms to meet vehicle performance requirements including human factors, safety, environmental, ballistic and mine blast requirements.
• Conducts design, integration and analysis of components and subsystems.
• Applies engineering analytical skill sets for design.
• Supports various projects by doing analysis and design, drawing mark-ups, and generating source data for engineering changes.
• Responsible for writing material requests and shop work requests, track delivery and stock of parts, participate in integration reviews, fit checks, and write reports.
• Provides support to prototype and production vehicle build and follow-up, technical corrective action formulation, troubleshooting and redesign activities.
• Works closely with design team, lead engineers and site engineering manager on all functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / What you must have:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Systems, Manufacturing Technology or related discipline)
• 5-7 years of experience in a related role desired
• Experience in an engineering role that worked with Combat Vehicle platforms, heavy equipment or industrial design desired.
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering principals in chosen expertise (i.e. structures, powertrain, etc...)
• Experience supporting prototype and/or production build activities
• Experience with root cause and corrective activities
• Solid modeling experience with NX and Creo
• Experience with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup a plus
• This role will require the candidate to work well in a team environment as well as individual contributor.
• Be able to multi-task on simultaneous development projects, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and mission scope
• Good time management skills required
• Have a proactive attitude and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication, interpersonal, presentation, and people skills required. This role will interact with customer representatives (DoD) as well as other cross functional areas/levels of GDLS representatives.
• Proficiency in MS Office Products required.

Additional Information

• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• This role/employee will reside in Lima, Ohio at JMSC for a minimum of 3 years.
• Limited travel maybe required including foreign travel if needed, up to 10%
• Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparableandbusiness considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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