Mechanical Engineer – Entry Level- June 2027 Start

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

General Dynamics Mission Systems is hiring a Mechanical Engineer – Entry Level- June 2027 Start, full-time, on-site in Manassas, VA, in the DEFENSE sector.

Basic Qualifications

Basic QualificationsRequires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Secret security clearance obtainable within reasonable time based on 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 - Progeny Systems is a high-tech business focusing on software and hardware system integration, cutting-edge research and development, and manufacturing. We provide premium systems, services, and products for the Department of Defense, government agencies and commercial clients.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for developing critical hardware for the US Navy submarine fleet. This team is responsible for hardware development and rigorous testing before installation onboard U.S. Navy submarines.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

Clear understanding of Mechanical Engineering concepts, principles, theories, development process, and agile methodology

Understanding of Electrical Engineering development processes

Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity

Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

What sets you apart:

Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Experience with solid modeling CAD tools to create mechanical models and accompanying drawings

Knowledge of technical standards, manufacturing/fabrication methods, government/industry standards

Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools and understanding of application

Workplace Options:This position is fully on-site.While on-site, you will be a part of the Manassas, VA facility.

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 $77,843.00 - USD $86,358.00 /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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