General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Engineer VI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $120K — $150K *
Poway, CA 92064In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in engineering or related field with progressive experience (12+ years for Bachelor's, 10+ for Master's, 7+ for PhD)
  • Extensive knowledge of US DoD communication systems (Link 16, TTNT, CDL mesh networks)
  • Ability to create detailed communications architecture and perform mission analysis
  • Experience with Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) and familiarity with OMS and SOSA standards
  • Knowledge of IP networking technologies and protocols
  • Experience with DoD Cyber Security requirements and Cross Domain Solutions
  • Proficient in translating mission needs into actionable system requirements

Responsibilities

  • Define and lead integration of new communication payloads into Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
  • Identify and develop innovative communication concepts to enhance Warfighter capabilities
  • Utilize expertise in military radios to create viable mission communication architectures
  • Set technical objectives for engineering projects and systems
  • Advise and lead engineering problem resolution efforts
  • Develop multi-year technical plans for solution documentation and deployment
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth within the Agile Mission Systems division
  • Engagement in cutting-edge projects enhancing military capabilities
  • Access to advanced technologies and systems
  • Collaborative work environment emphasizing teamwork and innovation
  • Potential for leadership roles in significant engineering projects
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Systems Engineer to define, develop and lead the integration of new communications and networking payloads into GA-ASI's Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Our Systems Engineering group is a part of our Agile Mission Systems (AMS) division.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Define, develop, and lead the integration of new communications and networking payloads into UAS.
  • Identify new airborne network/communications payload concepts that improve mission capabilities for Warfighter communications and networking, such as new communications interoperability / gateway capabilities, range extension or relay capabilities, or new links or protocols to service new users from airborne platforms.
  • Leverage extensive knowledge of existing military radios and waveforms to provide viable communication mission architecture for new and existing platforms.
  • Exercise considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development, and/or solution(s) for a designated engineering system(s) or project(s)/program(s).
  • Function in an advisory or leadership role with regards to the planning and oversight of the successful resolution and implementation of engineering problem(s) and provides direction and guidance to professional and support staff.
  • Formulate technical plans, typically multi-year, for solutions development, documentation, and deployment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required.

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; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Extensive experience with and detailed knowledge of US DoD communications systems and datalinks, such as Link 16, TTNT, CDL mesh networks and their use and integration requirements.
  • Ability to prescribe detailed airborne and terrestrial communications architecture including performance calculations, trades studies, mission analysis, and resulting system level requirements.
  • Understanding the design and implementation of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) implementation by US DoD services. Familiarity with both architecture standards like Open Mission Systems (OMS) and hardware standards like Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) a plus.
  • Familiar with IP networking technologies and protocols.
  • Experience with related DoD Cyber Security requirements and Cross Domain Solutions.
  • Proficiency decomposing high level mission needs into a system to be built.
  • Ability to document and communicate this solution, including architecture, requirements, trade studies, etc.
  • Experience integrating communications payloads onto aircraft.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
  • Ability to hold a SAP/SAR clearance.

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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