Project Engineer Missile Defense

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Engineer in our Aircraft Systems group in San Diego, CA. Under general directions with limited review, this position is responsible for technical and project leadership with a focus on system design and payload integration.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Provide systems engineering and technical coordination for the development, fabrication, testing, integration, and maintenance of new or existing systems on GA-ASI, Unmanned Air Systems (UAS).

• Determines the technical objectives for solution(s) to engineering problems.

• Perform system analysis, generate requirements, and develop system architecture and designs.

• Provides direction to technical staff and may lead a team of diverse cross-functional staff.

• Support the development of test plans and manage the integration, verification and validation of systems through flight test.

• Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements.

• Coordinate and interface with customers, contractors, and engineering groups assigned to projects.

• Develop program plans, estimates, and schedules and execute programs in accordance with those plans.

• Provide support for proposals and white papers.

• Represent the organization at technical reviews, meetings, and system level integrations.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.45381

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; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

• Demonstrates a broad understanding 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 be able to understand and apply new concepts quickly in a fast-paced, evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level, or with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to complex problems

• Must have strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals.

• Must be customer focused and able to work on a self- initiated basis or in a team environment.

• Must have ability to read and interpret electrical engineering drawings.

• Must have ability to direct system-level design through interconnects and interface control documentation.

• Experience with payload integration, software, datalinks, computer networking is a plus.

• Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required (~25%).

Salary: $81,080 - $141,650 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 ~~~ Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.