General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
Highlights Working For GA-ASI:
This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs.
Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to discounted tickets for amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced mid-level Project Engineer to join our USMC Capabilities Development Engineering team in Poway, CA. This position supports the U.S. Marine Corps customers to provide systems engineering and technical management of the GA-ASI Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supports operation of engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues.
Troubleshoots, analyzes, and repairs systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
Directs the activities of designers, technicians and may direct the activities of less experienced professional staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems.
Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements.
Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.
May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects.
Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.
Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Supports the development of project plans, including Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Bills of Material (BOM) and Basis of Estimation (BOE) for labor hours and deliverables to be included in a proposal response.
Leads integration and flight test activities for a range of advanced capabilities into unmanned aircraft and related systems.
Full lifecycle program execution from concept through airworthiness testing, certification, and fielding.
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.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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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 a detailed and 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.
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals.
The capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact.
Ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
Must be customer focused and able to work on a self- initiated basis or in a team environment.
Able to work extended hours and travel as required.
A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium, and invited and/or participated on an engineering review panel are desirable.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required
Salary: $116,480 - $208,505 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Secret Workstyle Hybrid
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.
