General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Engineer VI

Technical Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in engineering, science, or related field.
  • Thirteen or more years of complex engineering experience preferred.
  • Extensive technical expertise in program management principles and practices.
  • Ability to solve complex problems with cross-program technology coordination.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
  • Customer-focused and self-initiated, with readiness for extended hours and travel.
  • Must be a Canadian national.

Responsibilities

  • Provide on-site representation to customer technical teams regarding airworthiness of MQ-98.
  • Determine technical goals for solving advanced engineering challenges.
  • Act as primary technical contact within engineering teams for assigned projects.
  • Offer leadership and guidance to less experienced staff on project matters.
  • Formulate and guide the implementation of engineering solutions, including compliance and safety.
  • Plan and coordinate the ongoing maintenance of engineering solutions and documentation.
  • Identify future application opportunities based on engineering technology advancements.
  • Participate in or lead the creation of new business opportunities.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact aerospace engineering projects.
  • Engagement with senior-level external personnel in technical capacities.
  • Potential for leadership roles and advisory positions within projects.
  • Comprehensive responsibilities that extend beyond typical engineering tasks.
  • A collaborative work environment interfacing with various stakeholders.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

This position serves as the primary liaison between GA-ASI Senior Design Engineer and customer Weapon System Manager within the Contractor Management Office for the execution of Initial and Continuing Airworthiness responsibilities. With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development, and/or solution to advanced technical engineering problem(s). May function in an advisory or project leadership role providing direction to experienced professional staff. Formulates plans, typically long term, for solution(s) development, documentation, and deployment, as well as meeting various compliance, reporting, and safety standards. Evaluates the integration of the engineering solution within the overall engineering environment; and ensures that appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates are completed. Communicates with engineering professionals, solution users, and management throughout the solution development cycle, represents the company as a prime technical contact on contracts and/or projects, interacts with senior external personnel on technical matters requiring coordination between the organizations, and participates in the development of new or expansion of existing business.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
  • Provide on-site company representation to customer technical Weapon System Manager organization in the furtherance of initial and continuing airworthiness responsibilities of the MQ-98 Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Acceptable Technical Organization
  • Determine technical objectives for solution(s) to advanced technical engineering problems.
  • Represent the organization as a prime technical contact within an engineering team for assigned project(s)/program(s).
  • May function in an advisory or leadership role for a project/program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced professional staff or team of professional staff.
  • Formulate plans and guide the development and implementation of engineering solution(s) including deployment, resource requirements, testing, documentation, integration and compliance and safety.
  • Plan and coordinate the maintenance of engineering solutions including documentation, reporting, publishing, and making technical and other presentations to ensure viability of the solution(s) in an evolving environment.
  • Plan for future applications of solutions based on new developments in engineering technology.
  • Participate in or may lead the development of new or expansion of existing business opportunities.
  • Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
  • Base salary 120,00 - 175,000 Canadian Dollar; Position is bonus eligible.


Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as thirteen or more years of progressively complex engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Demonstrate extensive technical expertise and application of program management principles, concepts, and practice as well as comprehensive program management and leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones.
  • Must be able to develop solutions to complex problems that require coordination of technologies across program requirements.
  • Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
  • Customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
  • Must be a Canadian national.

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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