General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Engineer II

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $92K — $110K *
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 field required; 2+ years of relevant experience preferred.
  • Basic understanding of engineering principles and theories essential.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply engineering knowledge and adapt standard techniques effectively.
  • Strong communication, computer, and interpersonal skills necessary for documentation and presentations.
  • Must be capable of both independent and team-oriented work.
  • Ability to work extended hours when needed; DoD Security Clearance eligibility required.

Responsibilities

  • Learn and master aircraft and ground station subsystems for holistic understanding.
  • Maintain and enhance Reliability Databases for lifecycle performance assessments.
  • Develop Reliability and Maintainability Models and Reliability Block Diagrams (RBDs).
  • Conduct FMECA and RCM to identify potential failure modes and improve maintenance protocols.
  • Provide clear Reliability and Maintainability analysis to influence design decisions.
  • Communicate new concepts and manage work phases to solve complex engineering problems.
  • Support the Design Assurance process and relevant design review phases (PDR, CDR, etc.).

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth within a leading aerospace company.
  • Engagement in innovative projects within the unmanned systems domain.
  • Access to advanced engineering tools and technologies.
  • Supportive team environment fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
  • Potential for involvement in critical defense programs with national significance.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Under general supervision, this position is supporting Reliability, Availability & Maintainability (RAM) Engineering Department activities related to the execution of RAM Programs and other analyses for GA-ASI's Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Ability to learn aircraft and ground station subsystems and become an expert on how the systems work as a whole.
  • Proficient with Microsoft excel and access. Maintain and improve Reliability Databases to assess reliability performance through system life cycle, provide trend analysis, develop and monitor reliability growth.
  • Ability to develop Reliability and Maintainability Models and Reliability Block Diagrams (RBDs).
  • Conduct Failure Modes Effects Criticality Analysis (FMECA) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM).
  • Ability to impact design through clear and concise Reliability & Maintainability analysis and design requirements.
  • Possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
  • Have strong communication, computer, technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Support the Design Assurance process and other related design review milestones (i.e., PDR, CDR, etc.).
  • Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team, and able to perform multiple and complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.

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 basic understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory.
  • Demonstrates the ability to follow and apply basic engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Must be able to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
  • Ability to impact design through clear and concise Reliability & Maintainability analysis and design requirements.
  • Good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience.
  • Must be able to work both independently and on a team.
  • Able to work extended hours as required.
  • 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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