MQ-9A Project Engineer: Development & Retrofit Lead

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ICP bonus

Hybrid work environment

Company benefits

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. in Poway, CA, seeks a Project Engineer to lead development and retrofit projects, coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, and program management to meet customer requirements.

The role involves direct customer interaction, technical updates, and delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget, with a focus on cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s, master’s or PhD in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Must understand engineering concepts and have broad application of those concepts.
• Excellent communication, computer, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Professional Engineering license and DoD security clearance eligibility desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the planning, execution, and delivery of technical development and retrofit projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Define project requirements, milestones, and technical deliverables for new systems and retrofit solutions.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Coordinate resources across departments and ensure effective communication with internal stakeholders and customers.
• Interact with customers to understand requirements, provide technical updates, and address concerns throughout the lifecycle.
• Prepare and present technical documentation and status reports to leadership and customers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Drive continuous improvement and foster a collaborative, results-driven team environment.

Skills

Project management

Engineering leadership

Systems engineering

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. in Poway, CA, seeks a Project Engineer to lead development and retrofit projects, coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, and program management to meet customer requirements.

The role involves direct customer interaction, technical updates, and delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget, with a focus on cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.