Electrical Design Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 62,510 - 105,628; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in San Diego, CA (Poway area) seeks an Electrical Design Engineer to design analog, digital and power conversion circuits, develop control schemes, EMI/thermal analysis, and packaging for unmanned air vehicles.

The role includes producing production documentation and providing field support, with a potential DoD clearance requirement. The position is full-time in the Electrical Engineering Department, with salary range 62,510–105,628 USD and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Ability to learn quickly and apply concepts in evolving environments.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills; able to lead a team.
• Willing to work extended hours and obtain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design analog, digital and power conversion circuits with CAD modeling.
• Develop control schemes and EMI/thermal analysis and packaging.
• Produce production documentation and training materials.
• Provide field support as needed.

Skills

Analog design

Digital design

Power electronics

EMI design

Thermal analysis

Documentation

Team leadership

Field support

Security clearance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD tools

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 career opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer in the Electrical Engineering Department located in San Diego, CA (Poway, CA). This position is under general supervision with limited review, supporting the design and development of advanced electrical components, equipment, and systems for unmanned air vehicles. Assignments are normally accompanied by general instructions and suggestions, outlining possible approaches, sources, or information.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for analog, digital and power conversion circuit design with appropriate analysis and/or CAD modeling.
• Responsible for control schemes, analog, digital or software, magnetic and electric machine design and/or specification, EMI design, thermal analysis and packaging.
• Documentation necessary to support production (i.e., test procedures, records, bill of materials, ICD’s, SCD’s, ECO’s and production support) and training.
• Required to provide field support as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

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 bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an 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 a range of complex problems.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an 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 a range of complex problems.
• Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary. Salary range: 62,510 - 105,628