General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Engineering Manager III

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $120K — $150K *
Kaysville, UT 84037In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in electrical engineering or related field with 11+ years of engineering experience.
  • Technical expertise in electrical engineering principles and project management.
  • Experience in developing electrical hardware systems from inception to production.
  • Familiarity with electrical manufacturing processes and aerospace certification/testing.
  • Expertise in aircraft braking systems and controls, alongside knowledge of relevant FAA and Military standards.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills for effective interfacing with various stakeholders.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the Electrical Systems Engineering activities including product development and testing.
  • Develop electrical architectures and requirements in collaboration with engineering teams.
  • Oversee technical performance and resource management to meet project objectives.
  • Lead all phases of engineering projects from kickoff to completion.
  • Ensure compliance with SAE ARP4754 and RTCA DO-254 standards.
  • Establish, record, and manage electrical and system requirements for traceability.
  • Coordinate engineering efforts for product development, testing, and integration.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on innovative projects in military and aerospace sectors.
  • Professional development and training support.
  • Participation in company-sponsored events and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment promoting teamwork.
  • Contributions to national defense through advanced technology development.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Systems Engineering Manager at our General Atomics Systems Integration (GA-SI) group in Kaysville, UT. This position is responsible for the planning, managing and technical performance of the Electrical System Engineering unit.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Responsible for managing GA-SI Electrical Systems Engineering activities including the development of electronic products, development of test equipment, performing testing, validation and verification efforts, the creation, modification, and sustainment of engineering documentation, and other activities as required.
  • Responsible for those portions of Systems Engineering to support the development of electrical architectures and requirements in conjunction with other engineering organizations.
  • Responsible for managing planning and managing technical performance of personnel resources to ensure quality, schedule, and financial objectives are met.
  • Manages all phases of assigned engineering projects from inception through completion.
  • Oversee the execution and establish the development and improvements of engineering processes in accordance with SAE ARP4754, RTCA DO-254, and related standards, as applicable, for commercial and military programs.
  • Ensures that electrical and system requirements are established, recorded, and managed for traceability during the performance of engineering efforts.
  • Participates in and coordinates the establishment of design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration.
  • Ensures technical leadership and excellence is maintained by participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent.
  • Leads progress review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
  • Acts as primary contact for Electrical Systems Engineering activities.
  • Identifies engineering issues and provide leadership in developing solutions such as re-allocation of resources or modifying contract specifications.
  • Oversees the interactions of Electrical Systems staff with customers, suppliers, and support organizations.
  • Interacts with internal and external representatives at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues.
  • Participates with technical staff, program managers and/or Division/Group executive management to develop and implement current, annual and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business and financial objectives.
  • Manages the development of and ensure the security of the Division proprietary technology and maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Participates in the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract(s).
  • Participates in the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities.
  • May also contribute to the development of annual and long-term objectives for the Engineering Services Division.
  • May be responsible for decisions that impact outcomes where erroneous decisions could cause serious schedule delays and expenditure of additional time, resources and funds.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of General Atomics. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in electrical engineering or a related technical field as well as eleven or more years of progressively complex engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Demonstrates technical expertise in the application of electrical engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice as well as project management and leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones.
  • Experience with the development of electrical hardware systems from inception to manufacturing.
  • Experience with electrical manufacturing processes.
  • Experience with certification, acceptance testing and qualification testing for aerospace applications.
  • Must have experience with aircraft braking systems and controls.
  • A working knowledge of SAE ARP4754, RTCA DO-254, and other FAA and Military standards and requirements.
  • Must possess the ability to resolve complex management and technical problems.
  • 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.
  • Able to work extended hours as required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain 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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