Field Engineer Lead

General Atomics Systems Integration; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, has an exciting opening for a Field Engineer Lead in the Aero Services Division at Ft. Huachuca, Sierra Vista, AZ.

You will provide leadership to technicians in installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and modification of equipment, and serve as on-site representative with customers. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and six+ years in aviation maintenance, plus strong leadership,

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and six or more years of aviation maintenance experience.
• Leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to interface with customers and team.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance and training to customers on operation, maintenance, and inspection procedures.
• Analyzes equipment failures and recommends corrective actions.
• Assists in design changes to improve equipment efficiency or reduce operating costs.
• Develops preventive maintenance programs and maintains records.
• Coordinates off-site logistics and support requirements.
• Acts as on-site spokesperson and ensures compliance with laws and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design. We have an exciting opportunity for a Field Engineer Lead to join our Aero Services Division located in Ft. Huachuca, Sierra Vista, AZ. This position, following established policies and practices, provides leadership and direction to employees in the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and modification of assigned equipment. Troubleshoots technical problems and issues, determines technical solution in accordance with product and customer specifications, and recommends actions to company or customer representatives for product solution. Assesses product needs in accordance with customer specifications. Coordinates the development of and conducts technical training and product briefings with customers, vendors, and company representatives. Acts as local on-site company representative with customers. Ensures technical quality is maintained.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides guidance and training to customers in establishing operation, maintenance, and inspection procedures and techniques.
• Analyzes equipment failures to determine cause and recommends corrective action.
• Advices and assists in effecting design changes to improve equipment efficiency and/or reduce cost of operation.
• Devises and implements preventive maintenance programs and keeps performance and maintenance records on equipment.
• Coordinates off-site logistics requirements, including but not limited to, parts shipments to and from the off-site location.
• Coordinates off-site support requirements when assigned to the home office.
• May participate in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources to ensure the availability of the required management, professional, and technical talent.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions 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 field and six or more years of progressive technical experience in aviation maintenance, with some military aviation experience. Equivalent experience in aviation maintenance may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must have a thorough understanding of the practices and procedures of aviation maintenance as well as leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones.
• Must possess the ability to resolve supervisory and technical problems and serve as on-site spokesperson.
• Good communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with others.
• Customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 69,100 - 116,125