Aerospace Systems Cost Engineer - Life-Cycle & Value

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 81,080 - 141,650; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems in Poway, California, is seeking an Aircraft System Cost Engineer to support product development on new programs aimed at influencing affordability through cost targets.

The role involves cost modeling, analysis, and close cooperation with engineering and management teams to ensure compliance with cost standards. A bachelor's degree in engineering with relevant experience is required.

Salary range: 81,080 - 141,650. Full-time position, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree, master's degree, or PhD in engineering.
• Four or more years of experience with a bachelor's degree or two or more years with a master's degree.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Advanced Airframe Engineering with cost modeling and analysis.
• Perform cost analysis for active product development projects.
• Work closely with Program Management and technical teams on costs.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Strong written and oral communication skills

Team player in Integrated Product Team (IPT) format

Education

Bachelors degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Masters degree or PhD in engineering

Tools

SEER cost modeling tools

PowerBI

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems in Poway, California, is seeking an Aircraft System Cost Engineer to support product development on new programs aimed at influencing affordability through cost targets.

The role involves cost modeling, analysis, and close cooperation with engineering and management teams to ensure compliance with cost standards. A bachelor's degree in engineering with relevant experience is required.

Salary range: 81,080 - 141,650. Full-time position, with opportunities for growth.