Aerospace System Test Analyst: Hands-On & Cross-Functional

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) invites applications for a System Test Analyst to join the GA-ASI Systems Integration Lab (SIL) team in Poway, CA.

Under close supervision, the role supports SIL environments across product lines, troubleshoots, coordinates with cross-functional teams, and helps develop test standards to ensure high performance in a regulated aerospace setting. This position requires independent judgment, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Must have a general understanding of systems test concepts, theory, and operations and experience demonstrating those skills.
• Must be customer-focused and possess the ability to develop solutions to a variety of non-routine problems.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences, including management.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills to influence and guide other employees and managers.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Prior experience working in a classified or ITAR-regulated environment is highly desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, modifies and executes comprehensive and detailed test plans, procedures and schedules for assigned systems.
• Participates in systems inspections, testing, verification, and validation of assigned systems.
• Documents tests and assists in modifying systems.
• Coordinates integrated testing activities and system configurations.
• Reviews and evaluates test requirements to ensure completeness of test program.
• Performs technical analysis of systems and prepares system level evaluations.
• May contribute to the development/updating of test standards and procedures.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Systems test concepts

Customer-focused

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Security clearance readiness

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) invites applications for a System Test Analyst to join the GA-ASI Systems Integration Lab (SIL) team in Poway, CA.

Under close supervision, the role supports SIL environments across product lines, troubleshoots, coordinates with cross-functional teams, and helps develop test standards to ensure high performance in a regulated aerospace setting. This position requires independent judgment, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to safety and