United Defense, a $1 billion tracked vehicle and artillery systems industry leader, is the world's most capable prime contractor for combat vehicles and weapons delivery systems for the U.S. military. Headquartered in Arlington, VA, United Defense has 36 locations in 15 states and 6 other nations.

The first order for amphibious landing craft came in 1941 with a form from the military that simply said "Buy 1,000 LVTs — Food Machinery Corporation". During World War II, FMC produced more than 10,000 armored vehicles. Similarly, a group named BMY (later a division of Harsco) also began building tanks. For the last half century, both companies provided the military with high, quality reliable equipment. More than 100,000 systems have been produced.

In response to the complexities of today's military industrial base and the technology developments in a declining market, FMC and Harsco merged their defense units into United Defense Limited Partnership in 1994. Business conditions for the two conglomerates then lead to an exit strategy from the defense sector.

The Carlyle Group bought United Defense in October 1997. United Defense has the widest product line of systems for land forces and a strong position in naval armaments. United Defense's 5400 employees operate on a global basis to serve its customers.

We recognize that people are our greatest asset. Employees move from program to program, gaining broad exposure to our products, processes, technologies, and functions. Through on-the-job training and coaching from managers or project leaders, employees are encouraged to set their own direction and shape their future.

Positions are available in MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA in such areas as:

We need creative people who want to work in a virtual playground of new publication technology, systems technical training, logistics analysis and support, provisioning, and systems assessment. Positions require varied technical expertise in areas such as: IETM, ICAPS, ICW, Pro-E, OOA/OOD, C++, Java, SGML, HTML, and other similar skills. Our Logistics openings include:

Technical Writers
Technical Trainers
Technical Illustrators
Technical Editors and Project Leaders
Project Engineers
IT Analysts
Graphic Designers
Logistics Engineers
Provisioning Analysts

You could be a part in some of the most exciting and technically advanced projects in the world. The Crusader and Advanced Gun Systems programs have the power to shape tomorrow. We need varied technical expertise in areas such as: Pro/E, Project Management, Ada 83/95, C/C++, OOA/OOD, SW design/development, Real-time applications, GUI/display development, Metrics/Risk Mitigation, SW Metrics, SW architecture development, Rational Rose/ Soda/ Apex, and other similar skills. Our Engineering openings include:

Software Engineers
SW Process/Metrics Engineers
Controls Engineers
Software Quality Assurance Engineers
Project Engineers
Mechanical Design Engineers
Electrical Engineers
Configuration Data Management Specialists
Mechanical Engineers
System Safety Engineers
Human Factors Engineers
Test Engineers
Systems Engineers

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as a relocation program tailored to suit your needs. You will enjoy a casual work environment, outstanding training opportunities latest engineering technologies, 100% tuition reimbursement, along with an on-site fitness center with trainer. In addition, the Twin Cities has many cultural and regional activities to offer. EOE M/F/D/V

Send resumes to:

United Defense, L.P.
Armament Systems Division
Attn. Jason Wright
4800 E. River Road
Minneapolis, MN 55421-1498

or fax to: (612) 572-3304.

Visit our Website at www.udlp.com

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