Electrical Integration Engineer

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

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. in Poway, CA, seeks an Electrical Integration Engineer to join the Electrical Engineering group.

You will support sub-assembly design through manufacturing, initial testing, integration onto the unmanned aircraft, and collaborate with peers in a team environment. Responsibilities include integrating avionics and payloads, designing cables and harnesses, generating cables diagrams and BOMs, and conducting integration tests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline; substitute equivalent experience.
• General understanding of engineering concepts, principles and theory with ability to apply them safely and compliantly.
• Ability to quickly understand new concepts and organize work to meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interface with professionals and present results.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; extended hours as required; DoD clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Integrate avionics module and payloads into unmanned aircraft systems.
• Design cables and wire harnesses interconnecting equipment.
• Generate system cable interconnect diagrams, wiring schematics, lengths, routing, and BOMs.
• Perform integration tests to verify functional operation.
• Develop test fixtures and procedures for system-level testing.
• Document findings and communicate results to project engineering staff.
• Adhere to airworthiness and military standards.
• Observe laws and regulations in all business conduct.
• Work safely following established procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-management

DoD security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

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 Integration Engineer working in our Electrical Engineering group in Poway, CA. Engineers will support their sub-assembly design through manufacturing, initial testing, integration onto the physical aircraft and work among peers in a team environment, all within Poway.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the electrical Integration of avionics module and payloads into unmanned air vehicle systems.
• Designing of cables and wire harnesses that interconnect electronic equipment within the vehicle.
• Responsible for generating system cable interconnect diagrams, point-to-point cable wiring schematics, cable lengths, routing details, and cable BOM.
• Responsible for integration tests to verify functional operation.
• Responsible for generating test fixtures and test procedures for system level test.
• Applies basic technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned routine engineering problems.
• Familiar with applicable airworthiness and military standards.
• Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions, and communicates results to project engineering staff.
• 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.

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 in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a general understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
• Good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience.
• Must be able to work both independently and on a team.
• 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