Job Description

Responsibilities for this Position

Sr ILS Spec -Common Infrastructure Services (CIS)

ID: 2025-67415
USA-VA-Manassas
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 7/29/2025
Category: Engineering-Hardware
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Logistics, Management or Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree.

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

Ready to be a leader with a company committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies?

At General Dynamics Mission Systems , we create the products and services that help service members, intelligence analysts, and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, its often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, its waiting for youright now, right here.

We apply cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native, and Quantum Physics to solve our customers most critical missionsin cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar, and everything in between.

We are seeking a senior-level Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Specialist and Technical Advisor to support the Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical Systems (SWFTS) program. This role combines logistics expertise with deep technical understanding of submarine combat systems , providing a unique opportunity to influence how next-generation U.S. Navy systems are maintained, operated, and documented.

Job Summary:

You will lead ILS product development while serving as a key technical advisor in the implementation and support of Common Infrastructure Services (CIS) and Common Computing Environment (CCE) . Youll ensure technical documentation, maintenance procedures, and training materials are fleet-relevant, accurate, and aligned with evolving system capabilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead development and review of ILS products, including technical manuals, training materials, and maintenance documentation
• Participate in design reviews, software implementation demos, and technical interchange meetings (TIMs)
• Provide operational feedback on feature design and implementation impacts to engineering and technical writing teams
• Validate and refine Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) content for usability, technical accuracy, and structural integrity
• Collaborate with system engineers, software developers, and government stakeholders to resolve content discrepancies
• Translate complex system behavior into maintainable and user-friendly technical documentation
• Develop and review preventive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting guides, and configuration documentation
• Support Navy testing events (both in labs and on submarines), including validation of test procedures
• Participate in Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) and documentation review boards

What Youll Experience:

• Hands-on support of the cutting-edge Navy AN/BYG-1 submarine combat system
• Technologies that arent just top-notchtheyre often top-secret
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge and contribute directly to fleet readiness and performance
• Travel supporting U.S. Navy vessels and shore-based test labs
• Work closely with Navy operators, maintainers, and senior technical stakeholders

What You Bring to the Table:

• Bachelors degree in Logistics, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) with 2+ years of relevant work, or Masters degree with 3+ years
• Fully proficient knowledge of ILS elements and Acquisition Logistics principles
• Experience with IETMs, technical manual development, and documentation in accordance with DoD standards (MIL-STD-3001, 38784, 24784, 40051-2C)
• Operational familiarity with SWFTS, CIS, or CCE components
• Strong grasp of Navy maintenance procedures and philosophies, especially for combat systems
• Experience working within Navy logistics systems such as CDMD-OA, TDMIS, or SCLSIS
• Excellent technical communication, documentation, and stakeholder collaboration skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), XML authoring tools (XMLSpy) or similar, and diagramming in Visio
• Comfortable interpreting schematics, interface documentation, and system configuration artifacts

What Sets You Apart:

• Former U.S. Navy Fire Control Technician (FT) or SONAR Technician with Virginia, Seawolf, Ohio, or 688-class experience
• Prior experience as a BYG-1/SWFTS Systems
• Strong leadership presence and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Experience authoring content in multiple formats including HTML, PDF, XML, and S1000D-compliant IETMs
• Instructional design experience and familiarity with Navy training development standards
• Hands-on experience supporting operational testing and troubleshooting of submarine systems
• Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in one or more related technical domains

This is your chance to contribute to the systems that power the most advanced naval fleet in the world. Are you ready to join a team that doesnt just follow innovationbut leads it?
Apply now and be part of something truly extraordinary.

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

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

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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 $81,446.00 - USD $88,128.00 /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!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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