General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Engineer II

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $90K — $120K *
Poway, CA 92064In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline.
  • 2+ years of engineering experience or equivalent experience as substitute for education.
  • Understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and safety compliance.
  • Fast learner with ability to apply new concepts effectively.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both for collaboration and documentation.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team setting.
  • EIT certification is a plus; DoD Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary technical contact with the customer.
  • Gain deep technical knowledge of aircraft and ground control systems.
  • Create detailed system requirements for UAS capabilities.
  • Develop program plans, estimates, and schedules.
  • Conduct engineering design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR).
  • Lead communication across engineering teams to align designs with customer requirements.
  • Engage in hands-on engineering tasks and lead troubleshooting efforts in the field.

Benefits

  • Diverse work environment that values contributions of individuals from various backgrounds.
  • Opportunity for on-site engineering expertise and practical application of skills.
  • Travel to field sites to gain real-world experience and broaden technical knowledge.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for an experienced Project Engineer within our MQ-9A Department of Homeland Security (DHS) engineering team, providing systems engineering and technical management of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • With supervision and guidance, a candidate shall:
    • Become a prime point of contact between the company and the customer for all technical matters.
  • Develop an in-depth technical understanding of the entire aircraft and ground control system, which includes flight software, fuel, electrical and avionics systems, as well as datalink systems for command and control.
  • Develop detailed system requirements that will be the foundation for new or improved UAS capabilities.
  • Develop program plans, estimates, and schedules.
  • Lead all necessary engineering design reviews, e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR.
  • Provide chief technical directions to all other engineering groups within GA-ASI, ensuring company alignment of system requirements, design, and deliverables to meet customer requirements.
  • Requires a very hands-on approach to engineering system design, test, verification & validation utilizing an UAS-representative integration lab.
  • Lead troubleshooting efforts with on-site personnel to resolve technical issues in the field.
  • Will require travel to field sites to provide on-site engineering expertise as required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelors or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Must have a general understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
  • Good communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Must be able to work extended hours as required.
  • An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1955
* Ladders Estimates

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