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Driver Mechanic
Sterling Heights, MI
Job Description
Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
What We Offer
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
- Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%).
- Educational Assistance.
- Hybrid work schedule may be available.
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.
Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role
- Drive/road test tracked and wheeled vehicles under adverse conditions such as: road conditions, various load conditions, and inclement weather at various test and field sites.
- Remove, disassemble, repair, modify, assemble, adapt, adjust and reinstall vehicle components/systems including engines, transmissions, suspension, electrical, automotive, structures, fire control and test equipment.
- Fabricate and assemble experimental/prototype parts, test fixtures, and tools from engineering and personal drawings, blueprints or sketches.
- Fabricate electrical harnesses, wires, and test panels for experimental, prototype and production vehicles.
- Recommend drawing/sketch changes during the fabrication process.
- Ability to use hand, bench and machine tools and welding equipment.
- Perform/support highly skilled mechanical and testing functions with limited supervision.
- Attach/install test equipment and instrumentation to mock-up, test and production vehicles.
- Follow all safety directives and work to maintain a safe working environment
Qualifications Sought
- Ability to work overtime is required.
- Ability to work 2nd or 3rdshift as needed.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally is required for periods of up to 30 days or more (occasional/extended).
- Must meet ASR requirements.
- Must be able to comply with all Health & Safety requirements. (Respirator, Eye Exam, Hearing Conservation)
- Must meet physical qualifications to perform duties.
- Must have valid Michigan Driver's License.
- Must be able to obtain Abrams and Stryker drivers licenses.
- Must be willing and able to work in a team based environment.
- Must have working knowledge of Sheet Metal or Fabrication Skills. Requires ability to read/interpret blue prints and schematics.
- Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment.
- Working knowledge of Electrical Harness Fabrication Skills preferred.
- Weld certifications preferred.
- Must be able to obtain crane, forklift and powered industrial vehicle and other necessary safety training and licenses.
General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race and/or ethnic background, national origin and/or ancestry, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, age, military service, veteran status, disability, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, genetic information, or membership in any class protected by applicable law from discrimination in employment.
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
Open
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