Project Engineer MQ9 Development Programs

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 located in Poway, CA for an experienced Project Engineer to support our MQ9 Technology Development Project Engineering team.

Under general directions with limited review, this position is responsible for applying innovative approaches to resolving unusual or complex engineering problems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and interface with customers, contractors, and engineering groups to determine scope, urgency, actions, impacts, and resolution to on-going projects and field issues.

• Support investigations along with functional engineering Subject Matter Experts (SME) to maintain operation of systems.

• Lead troubleshooting efforts with on-site personnel to resolve technical issues in the field.

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

• Provide technical support for integration, verification, and validation of new and existing systems, both in the integration lab and in the field.

• Develop and present technical design material for review with customers.

• Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects.

• Provide direction and requirements to design or technical staff while collaborating with program management and other functional areas.

• Develop project plans, estimates, and schedules for upcoming engineering efforts.

• Will require travel to field sites to provide on-site engineering expertise.

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.

• Capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact; and, the 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 a maintain a DoD secret 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 ~~~ Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.