MQ-9B Systems Engineer: Software-Driven Architecture

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks a mid-level Systems Engineer focused on software systems for the MQ-9 Requirements and Architecture Engineering team in Poway, CA.

You will support the MQ-9B product line, drive MBSE-driven system design, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating cross-functional initiatives across software, hardware, and manufacturing teams. The role emphasizes system architecture, requirements traceability, and integration of hardware, software,

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline. May substitute equivalent engineering experience.
• Must have a basic understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow and apply basic engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform System Engineering activities primarily focused on Unmanned Aircraft (UA) related programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to review and refine system requirements.
• Ensure that requirements are traceable, achievable, and aligned with project goals.
• Use tools like DOORS or Jama to manage requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in the design of system architectures, ensuring they meet functional and performance requirements.
• Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and scripts to validate system functionality.

Skills

MBSE

Systems integration

Requirements tracing

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

DOORS

Jama

MATLAB/Simulink

CAD software

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks a mid-level Systems Engineer focused on software systems for the MQ-9 Requirements and Architecture Engineering team in Poway, CA.

You will support the MQ-9B product line, drive MBSE-driven system design, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating cross-functional initiatives across software, hardware, and manufacturing teams. The role emphasizes system architecture, requirements traceability, and integration of hardware, software,