Liaison Engineering Associate - Electrical

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Liaison Engineering Associate - Electrical

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: None

Career Level: Entry

Requisition ID: 15783866

Date Posted: Mar 31, 2025

Description: Liaison Engineer Electrical (P53), Dept. 2514

Position Description:

This Entry Engineer position will function as a product engineering representative for the manufacturing of various military vehicle programs, including but not limited to the Abrams Main Battle Tank. The selected individual in this position will function as/or perform the following:

Support for combat vehicle assembly reporting to the Engineering Section Manager at Lima.

Technical liaison for Abrams with interface to and coordination with various levels of GDLS (local and division personnel) and the customer organization.

Flat file development and maintenance.

Execute Engineering Change impacts.

Electrical/Data Bus, fire control & optics troubleshooting.

Creation & maintaining of harness routing diagrams & troubleshooting documentation.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Associate's degree with extensive Military Vehicle experience will be considered.

US Citizenship required and must be 18 years of age.

Must successfully complete background check and pre-employment medical process including a drug screen

Must be able to obtain/maintain DOD Secret Security clearance

Must be able to obtain unescorted access to the JSMC facility through the vetting process as administered by the Department of Army Police as well as gain access to other military bases as required.

Functional understanding of GD&T desirable.

Able to develop armored vehicle design definition (TDP) via flat file process

Able to provide Program/ Product level leadership with GDLS division and customer program representatives

Able to perform problem solving and root cause analysis.

Combat vehicle operational and systems level knowledge desirable.

Excellent written and oral presentation skills.

Proficient with computers and software including MS Office, Team Center, Wire Shark, etc.

Occasional travel required (both CONUS and OCONUS).

Must provide adherence to CUI environment requirements.

Demonstrated team leadership skills and ability to work in a teaming environment with a bargaining unit workforce.

Provide liaison engineering floor support as required.

Must be able to meet Anthropometric Size Requirements (ASR) for vehicle safe entry.

Fluent with Abrams design configuration, vehicle completion processes and supply chain.

Must be able to work independently or with minimum oversight to address responsibilities.

Working Conditions & Environment:

Using ladders and stairs to climb into/onto vehicle structures.

Climbing, walking, bending, kneeling, standing, and stooping.

Lifting up to 50 lbs.

Working in and around dust, fumes, oils, mists, adhesives and in areas with a high noise volume.

Working in hot and cold environments.

This position requires working in both office and manufacturing floor environments.

Travel up to 5% domestically.

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.

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.
Liaison Engineer Electrical (P53), Dept. 2514

Position Description:

This Entry Engineer position will function as a product engineering representative for the manufacturing of various military vehicle programs, including but not limited to the Abrams Main Battle Tank. The selected individual in this position will function as/or perform the following:

Support for combat vehicle assembly reporting to the Engineering Section Manager at Lima.

Technical liaison for Abrams with interface to and coordination with various levels of GDLS (local and division personnel) and the customer organization.

Flat file development and maintenance.

Execute Engineering Change impacts.

Electrical/Data Bus, fire control & optics troubleshooting.

Creation & maintaining of harness routing diagrams & troubleshooting documentation.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Associate's degree with extensive Military Vehicle experience will be considered.

US Citizenship required and must be 18 years of age.

Must successfully complete background check and pre-employment medical process including a drug screen

Must be able to obtain/maintain DOD Secret Security clearance

Must be able to obtain unescorted access to the JSMC facility through the vetting process as administered by the Department of Army Police as well as gain access to other military bases as required.

Functional understanding of GD&T desirable.

Able to develop armored vehicle design definition (TDP) via flat file process

Able to provide Program/ Product level leadership with GDLS division and customer program representatives

Able to perform problem solving and root cause analysis.

Combat vehicle operational and systems level knowledge desirable.

Excellent written and oral presentation skills.

Proficient with computers and software including MS Office, Team Center, Wire Shark, etc.

Occasional travel required (both CONUS and OCONUS).

Must provide adherence to CUI environment requirements.

Demonstrated team leadership skills and ability to work in a teaming environment with a bargaining unit workforce.

Provide liaison engineering floor support as required.

Must be able to meet Anthropometric Size Requirements (ASR) for vehicle safe entry.

Fluent with Abrams design configuration, vehicle completion processes and supply chain.

Must be able to work independently or with minimum oversight to address responsibilities.

Working Conditions & Environment:

Using ladders and stairs to climb into/onto vehicle structures.

Climbing, walking, bending, kneeling, standing, and stooping.

Lifting up to 50 lbs.

Working in and around dust, fumes, oils, mists, adhesives and in areas with a high noise volume.

Working in hot and cold environments.

This position requires working in both office and manufacturing floor environments.

Travel up to 5% domestically.

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.

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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