Flight Actuation Systems Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 68,770 - 116,193; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems in Poway, CA seeks an Actuation Engineer to design and develop actuators for aircraft flight control and utility applications. You will collaborate with various technical teams to ensure system-level success while participating in the lifecycle development activities of actuation systems.

The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering and experience with electro-mechanical actuation systems. This full-time role offers a salary range of $68,770 - $116,193.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Must have a general understanding of engineering concepts and safety compliance.
• Good communication, computer, and presentation skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, investigate and resolve engineering problems.
• Perform functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Develop documentation of findings and solutions.

Skills

Engineering concepts and principles

General understanding of safety and regulatory compliance

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Experience with electro-mechanical actuation systems

Experience with gears, ballscrews, and feedback devices

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems in Poway, CA seeks an Actuation Engineer to design and develop actuators for aircraft flight control and utility applications. You will collaborate with various technical teams to ensure system-level success while participating in the lifecycle development activities of actuation systems.

The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering and experience with electro-mechanical actuation systems. This full-time role offers a salary range of $68,770 - $116,193.