Fire Control Test and Hardware Technician - $5,000 Sign On Bonus

Manassas, VA DEFENSE Full-time Posted Sep 21, 2026
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About this role

General Dynamics Mission Systems is hiring a Fire Control Test and Hardware Technician - $5,000 Sign On Bonus, full-time, on-site in Manassas, VA, in the DEFENSE sector.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience). Requires an additional 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree. Must have prior Submarine Fire Control Technician (FT).

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Secret security clearance 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

We are offering a $5,000 sign on bonus for this position.

Keeping people safe worldwide is what we do. Developing mission-critical systems is how we do it. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind. We are hiring a Fire Control Test subject matter expert and hardware engineer for the Trainers team. Our team delivers cutting edge training systems to the submarine fleets of both the US Navy and Royal Australian Navy. The work is fast-paced and exciting and often involves integrating software builds that are not yet complete to deliver training for systems and capabilities that are not yet present in the Submarine Fleet. Training is deployed to Navy Bases including San Diego, Pearl Harbor, Bangor, Norfolk, Groton, Kings Bay and Perth, Australia.

Your Role as a Fire Control Test subject matter expert:

Develops and executes test plans to prepare training systems for delivery

Develops and executes system verification test documentation at customer sites to sell-off deliverable systems

Instructs in the operation and maintenance of the system, providing technical expertise to customers, users, and company personnel

Participates in the tactical planning and design of the system by attending system operation demos at industry partner locations

Designs, develops, analyzes, troubleshoots and provides technical skills during research and product development

Your Role as a Hardware Technician:

Installs, configures, tests, maintains, monitors, and troubleshoots development hardware

Supports the design and implementation of hardware infrastructure

Effectively participates in the engineering work team and supports other team members concerning design, materials, equipment setup/maintenance and related issues

Maintains hardware inventory and documents hardware configuration changes

Supports analysis of power/cooling requirements for server room sustainment

Required Skills:

Expert knowledge of the AN/BYG-1 Combat Control System

Experience working with the SWFTS community

Significant experience and understanding of installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of computer hardware

Builds effective internal/external working relationships

Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment, and professionally executes projects with little direction

Demonstrates effective written and verbal communications skills

Demonstrates problem solving skills when resolving process and technical issues

Travel will be required at least 10% of the time

Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Preferred Experience:

Experience with Navy Submarine Design

Experience with MPA, NECDIS, Strike, ISAT

Experience with AN/BVY-1

Experience with AN/BQQ-10

Experience with AN/BLQ-10

Basic Linux command line navigation skills

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 nation’s 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 at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:This position is fully on-site OR Hybrid/Flex as desired.While on-site, you will be a part of the Progeny Manassas team.

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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 $90,359.00 - USD $97,771.00 /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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