General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Sr. Lead System Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $130K — $155K *
Englewood, CO 80112In-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 significant experience (7-12 years depending on degree)
  • Demonstrated expertise in engineering principles and project leadership
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration
  • Desired experience in space domain, including space vehicles or satellite systems
  • Familiarity with engineering tools like Cameo, DOORS, and Atlassian products
  • Customer-focused with the ability to work independently and in a team
  • Active TS clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance

Responsibilities

  • Lead the systems engineering team, coordinating tasks and project execution
  • Provide mentorship and performance evaluations to support team development
  • Manage engineering resources to meet staffing and schedule needs
  • Enhance program execution as Systems Engineering IPT Lead, resolving technical challenges
  • Ensure project deliverables meet requirements and timelines
  • Define and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule for the program
  • Engage with external stakeholders, collaborating effectively with customers and partners
  • Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and practices

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on teamwork
  • Involvement in cutting-edge space systems engineering projects
  • Contributions to internal research and new business opportunities
  • Potential for travel to engage with customers and mission partners
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Our Space Systems team is looking for an experienced engineering team lead for our Space Systems Engineering Department. In this role you will lead the System Engineering team, ensuring the successful design, integration, and verification of GA-EMS developed space systems with their associated ground and launch systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Supervise and lead a systems engineering team, including day-to-day tasking, planning, and development and execution of systems engineering artifacts.
  • Provide hands-on leadership and mentorship, including performance evaluations, regular feedback, and development plans to support staff growth and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Coordinate and manage systems engineering resources to ensure the team has the appropriate skill mix to meet program staffing, cost, and schedule requirements.
  • Actively contribute to program execution as a Systems Engineering IPT Lead, accountable for technical, cost, and schedule performance of the IPT and, when needed, as an individual contributor to resolve technical challenges and ensure successful delivery.
  • Ensure all IPT work products are completed in accordance with the project plan, statement of work, CDRLs, and applicable requirements, and are delivered on cost and on schedule.
  • Define and maintain Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) tasks required to execute the IPT scope and achieve program milestones.
  • Act as Control Account Manager (CAM) for assigned control accounts, including planning, tracking, and reporting of cost and schedule performance.
  • Lead external stakeholder engagement for the IPT scope, including frequent collaboration with customers, subcontractors, and mission partners.
  • Contribute to program design and readiness reviews.
  • Using traditional and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches lead and contribute to the development all SE work products which may include:
    • CONOPS
    • System Architecture
    • Requirements and Interface Control Documents
    • Mission and System Analysis
    • Trade Studies
  • Drive continuous improvement in systems engineering processes, tools, and practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and reuse.
  • Support internal research and development and new business opportunities as needed.
  • Perform 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.
  • Demonstrates extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
  • Prior space domain experience which may include space vehicles or satellite ground systems, is desired.
  • Familiarity with the following tools is desired: Cameo or Magic Draw, DOORS, Atlassian (JIRA, Confluence).
  • 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 have active TS clearance and be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security 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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