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CAD Specialist

General Dynamics
Scottsdale, AZ Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 12/18/2025

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Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related specialized area or field or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
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

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an CAD Specialist, proficient in CREO and knowledgeable of PDMLink data management software. This
position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation's core defense/intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics
Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

Key Responsibilities:
Develops and applies computer aided design (CAD) software engineering methods, theories and research
techniques in the investigation and solution of technical problems.
Defines and selects new approaches and implementation of CAD software engineering applications and
design specifications and parameters.
Performs detailed design and testing of electrical or mechanical components or subsystems.
Optimizes tasks and resources in support of projects, while promoting process and policy compliance.
Increases understanding of process applications within the domain of expertise.
Supports proposals as assigned.
Applies technical concepts to specific tasks.
Creates mechanical designs that meet relevant functional requirements.
Provides strong technical contributions as an individual designer or as part of a development team.
Interfaces and collaborates with employees, managers, engineering, program management, external
vendors, and customers.
Specifies materials, equipment, and supplies required for project completion and evaluates vendor
capabilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to develop and integrate new concepts, optimize alternatives, and establish contingency plans.
Very solid understanding of mechanical stress; structural, thermal, and tolerance analysis.
Very solid proficiency in the use of current strategic CAD tools (Pro-E/Creo or SolidWorks preferred) and
Microsoft Office applications.
Competency in all aspects of mechanical design, part fabrication, and assembly of electronics.
Very solid written and verbal communication skills, effective presentation skills, and strong interpersonal and
team collaboration skills.
Very solid problem-solving and collaborative skills with a solution-oriented approach to analyzing technical
problems that affect the team.
Very solid understanding of project commitments and interdependencies.

Our Commitment to You:
  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, employee resource and social groups, and more
    See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-benefits

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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 $91,781.00 - USD $99,930.00 /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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