Manufacturing Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 81,080 - 141,650; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems.

This Manufacturing Engineering role supports the Avionics Electronics group, focusing on RF devices and testing, and requires multiyear engineering experience with a strong emphasis on manufacturability and collaboration across design, systems and test teams. The position involves planning and executing manufacturing activities for assembly and integration,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience with RF systems is desirable.
• Ability to obtain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide Manufacturing Engineering support to Avionics Electronics group, focusing on RF devices and testing.
• Develop practical solutions to advanced manufacturing engineering problems.
• Plan, schedule, and execute manufacturing activities for assembly and integration of components.
• Review specifications and drawings to assist design engineers and CAD/CAM/CMM programmers.
• Collaborate with systems, design, and test engineers to improve manufacturability and integration.
• Handle non-conformance reports and supplier disposition requests.

Skills

RF systems

MS Office

Excel

Project

MS Teams

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in engineering

Tools

SAP

Windchill

CAD/CAM/CMM

MS Office

Excel

Project

MS Teams

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. Under general supervision and with regular review, this position supports the engineering staff in the analysis, investigation and resolution of engineering problems of moderate scope and complexity. Assignments are normally accompanied by general instructions and suggestions, outlining possible approaches, sources or information, and potential problems to be encountered with work reviewed regularly for soundness of technical judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy. Tasks involve the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance. Documents findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to engineering staff. Contacts are primarily internal with infrequent inter-organization or customer contact on routine matters. May provide direction to design or technician staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing Manufacturing Engineering support to Avionics Electronics group, primarily supporting RF devices and testing.
• Expected to develop innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in manufacturing engineering and to engineering designs to enhance manufacturability.
• Support the planning, scheduling, and execution of manufacturing activities required for the assembly and integration of components into complex assemblies.
• Review engineering specifications and drawings. Confer across functional areas to provide and obtain technical information. Able to assist design engineers and CAD/CAM/CMM programmers in resolving model changes for manufacturability.
• Work directly with systems, design, and test engineers to enhance manufacturability, assembly, and integration of components and sub‑assemblies starting at initial model/drawing creation and continuing throughout the manufacturing phase.
• Receive and route Non‑Conformance Reports for disposition. Route Supplier Disposition Requests to engineering.
• Create and maintain manufacturing bills of material, manufacturing work instructions, and routers.
• Develop and maintain common manufacturing processes, standards, and documentation.
• Provide input to material master requirements, including make versus buy requirements. Track material procurements to support manufacturing activities.
• Applies technical knowledge to troubleshoot, analyze, investigate, and resolve assigned engineering problems.
• Performs functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment and systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
• Obtains and analyzes test data.
• May be required to make brief technical presentations.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

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, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Multi‑disciplinary engineering knowledge in mechanical, electrical, electronic systems is desired.
• 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, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with RF radio systems is desired.
• Strong communication, computer, and interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to effectively use MS Office, specifically Excel and Project applications, to execute and track work activities. MS Teams experience is desirable.
• Experience working with SAP and Windchill applications is desirable.
• Must be able to work extended hours as required.
• An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearance is required.

Job Type: Full‑Time Salary
Salary range: 81,080 - 141,650