Ground Control Station Engineer: Integration & Test Lead

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA, is seeking a skilled engineer to lead teams installing and upgrading Ground Control Stations for GA-ASI unmanned systems.

You will work with senior engineers to design and modify systems, analyze complex problems, and present results to stakeholders. The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering with 2+ years of experience, strong communication, and the ability to obtain DoD security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelor's degree.
• Understanding of engineering concepts, principles and theory with safety/regulatory focus.
• Ability to communicate, document and present technical information clearly.
• EIT certificate is desirable and DoD clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to install/upgrade Ground Control Stations for GA-ASI UAS.
• Collaborate with Senior and Lead Engineers on new designs and modifications.
• Support Project Engineering with analysis, investigation and resolution of issues.
• Follow general instructions while outlining approaches and potential problems.
• Perform functional testing and troubleshooting of GCS equipment and systems.
• Obtain and analyze test data; develop test procedures for production and field.
• Document findings and implement technical solutions.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations and company obligations.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

DoD clearance suitability

EIT desirable

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in engineering

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA, is seeking a skilled engineer to lead teams installing and upgrading Ground Control Stations for GA-ASI unmanned systems.

You will work with senior engineers to design and modify systems, analyze complex problems, and present results to stakeholders. The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering with 2+ years of experience, strong communication, and the ability to obtain DoD security clearance.