General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Engineer III

Poway, CA 92064In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in engineering or a related field with 4+ years of related experience or 2+ years with a Master's degree.
  • Proven technical leadership experience focused on project execution and product innovation.
  • Working knowledge of System Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, and test methodologies.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to simplify complex topics for diverse audiences.
  • Knowledge of embedded systems and test/verification techniques is preferred.
  • Experience in Project Management, Systems Engineering, and subcontractor management desired.
  • Familiarity with LINUX/UNIX, PetaLinux, and Windows operating systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and guide a multi-discipline engineering team to resolve complex engineering problems.
  • Manage complex projects involving both software and hardware to meet cost and schedule expectations.
  • Oversee system-level testing for hardware and software, including generating test plans and procedures.
  • Quickly understand radar integration activities and propose technical solutions for high-level challenges.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement problem-solving methodologies.
  • Collaborate effectively with senior engineering staff and program management.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge radar technology projects.
  • Support from a multi-discipline engineering team fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Exposure to high-stakes projects within DOD and commercial sectors.
  • Potential for professional development and growth in project management and systems engineering.
  • Work in a dynamic environment that encourages adaptability and technical advancement.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our Agile Mission Systems (AMS) team here in San Diego in support of the Radar Production Project Engineering team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • With limited direction, provide leadership, direction, and guidance to a multi-discipline engineering team by determining technical objectives and/or solutions to resolve highly technical and complex engineering problems across development, manufacturing, and sustainment programs.
  • Manage and execute complex cross-functional projects involving software and hardware components to cost, schedule, and performance expectations.
  • Lead system level Qualification, Verification and Validation Testing of hardware and software with emphasis placed on deriving & tracking test requirements, generation of system level Test Plans and Procedures, conducting Lab/Ground/Flight testing.
  • Quickly grasp and understand the full scope of radar integration activities and come up to speed quickly in new areas. Take on high-level problems and recommend a technical path forward.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in problem solving, root cause analysis and drawing change procedures.
  • Strong ability to collaborate and draw support and guidance from senior engineering staff and program management offices.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Must have previous experience in technical leadership with an emphasis on project execution as well as product innovation.
  • Must have a working knowledge of System Engineering concepts, Root Cause Analysis, Top - Down system requirements and Bottom - Up test methodology.
  • Must have excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills. Must be able to distill complex engineering topics into concise presentation materials, and present effectively to customers, internal stakeholders, and Sr. management.
  • Desired to possess a working knowledge embedded systems, test and verification techniques, and manufacturing engineering principles and concepts.
  • Candidate is desired to have experience with Project Management, Systems Engineering, System Test & Integration, Subcontractor Management, Proposal Development, Basis of Estimation, Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS); Commercial and/or DOD Product development, Cyber/AT/Security best practices.
  • Familiarity with system administration tools such as LINUX/UNIX, PetaLinux, Windows operating systems.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance level or above 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
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Founded
1955

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