Airframe Liaison Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA, seeks an Airframe Liaison Engineer to develop approaches for solving complex engineering problems across production and integration.

You will coordinate between departments, present findings, and guide design teams on difficult issues while ensuring compliance and security. The role emphasizes MRB, CR/B disposition, and close collaboration with the production floor on a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering with 4+ years (bs) or 2+ years (ms) demonstrated experience.
• Backgrounds in Mechanical, Aeronautical/Aerospace or Structural Engineering.
• MRB experience and materials knowledge.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings with emphasis on composites and airframe integration.
• LEAN manufacturing methodologies experience.
• Experience with composite, metallic and additive parts and assemblies.
• GD&T ANSI Y-14.5M knowledge.
• CREO Parametric or NX (or similar CAD) proficiency.
• Ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret Clearance is desired.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and brief CRs/CNs at Change Control Board (CCB).
• Provide dispositions for nonconforming parts as MRB engineer.
• Coordinate with Airframe Integrity, Material & Process, Manufacturing, and Quality groups.
• Identify root causes and independently resolve engineering issues.
• Support production floor with clear engineering drawing intent.
• Provide technical instructions via redlines in prototyping environments.
• Document findings and present results to engineering staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with laws and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned; on-site Poway support required.

Job description

Job Summary

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 an Airframe Liaison Engineer in Poway, CA. This position is responsible for determining and developing effective approaches for resolving a wide range of difficult engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at milestones or at completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff and makes technical presentations as required. May coordinate segments of a specific project and may have frequent inter-organization and customer contact on difficult technical issues. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may provide direction to less experienced professional staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and briefs CRs/CNs in front of Change Control Board (CCB) stakeholders.
• Provides dispositions for nonconforming production parts as the Material Review Board (MRB) engineer.
• Coordinates with various engineering groups such as Airframe Integrity Group, Material & Process, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Engineering to resolve complex issues.
• Identifies root cause to engineering/manufacturing issues and works independently to resolve them.
• Expected to work closely with the production floor clarifying engineering drawing intent.
• Expected to support the production floor in a fasted paced prototype environment providing technical instructions through engineering redlines.
• Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.
• Maintains the 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• This position is based out of Poway, CA and will require on-site support.

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

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.
• Backgrounds in Mechanical, Aeronautical/Aerospace or Structural Engineering desired.
• Experience in MRB
• Experience and knowledge of interpreting engineering drawings with emphasis on composite lamination and airframe integration.
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing methodologies desired.Experience working with composite, metallic, additive parts, assemblies, and integration desired.
• Working knowledge of GD&T ANSI Y-14.5M.
• Experience using CREO Parametric, NX or similar CAD software.
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment desired.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is desired.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 84,000 - 140,625