General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Engineer IV

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $100K — $130K *
Poway, CA 92064In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in engineering or related discipline required with progressive experience (6+ years for Bachelor's, 4+ for Master's, 2+ for PhD)
  • Fundamental understanding of electromagnetic principles
  • Proven experience in design experiments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively as a strong team player with potential leadership qualities
  • Demonstrated technical expertise in engineering principles and relevant industry applications
  • Capability to contribute to innovative concepts and principles

Responsibilities

  • Familiarize with antennas and apertures related to DoD vehicles
  • Collaborate with Mission Systems team to create RCS requirements for antennas
  • Use industry-standard tools for predicting RF properties and suggest design modifications
  • Participate in designing and fabricating testing fixtures for survivability validation
  • Act as the technical representative for client and vendor interactions, ensuring design compliance
  • Lead program planning and provide technical direction for R&D projects in Survivability technology
  • Ensure compliance with safety and reporting standards and follow operational procedures

Benefits

  • Diverse workplace promoting inclusion and respect for individual contributions
  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement in technical leadership
  • Involvement in cutting-edge technologies within the defense and aerospace industry
  • Collaborative and team-oriented work environment
  • Engagement with clients and vendors provides extensive networking opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Summary

General Atomics Survivability group has an exciting position available for a Survivability Engineer to support design the design and integration of LO systems across a variety of platforms.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Familiarity with various antennas and apertures relevant to DoD vehicles.
  • Work with GA-ASI Mission Systems team to develop RCS requirements for antennas and apertures within GA-ASI platforms.
  • Utilize industry standard tools for the prediction of RF properties integration of various antennas and apertures into GA-ASI designs. Suggest design changes based on these predictions to meet program objectives.
  • Participate in the design and fabrication of measurement and test articles ("fixtures", "pole models") for validation of survivable designs.
  • Serve as Survivability technical representative for both customer and vendor engagements. Ensure designs and integration schemes meet program requirements.
  • Provide program planning and technical leadership to IRAD and CRAD projects targeting development and implementation of Survivability technologies.
  • Ensure compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained. Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures.
  • Observe all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
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 degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Experience with fundamental electromagnetic principles.
  • Experience in developing and executing design of experiments.
  • Strong written and oral communications skills.
  • Strong team player with leadership potential qualities.
  • Demonstrated technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice in a relevant industry and product.
  • Must possess the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Six Sigma techniques.
  • Degree in Electromagnetics or Physics preferred.
  • Experience developing and fabricating composite structures with an emphasis on low observable materials and structures.
  • Demonstrated experience integrating LO compatible systems into aircraft platforms.

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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