Payload Systems Lead — R&D & Integration

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an experienced engineering leader to supervise end-to-end program execution for advanced unmanned aircraft and sensor systems.

The role focuses on initiating and driving technical strategies, performing system analyses, and coordinating with customers and industry partners to ensure high-quality outcomes. Applicants should have substantial engineering leadership experience and the ability to obtain DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/master/PhD in engineering with extensive experience.
• Experience in laser systems, mechanical enclosures, algorithms or ML, or signal processing.
• Must be eligible for DoD security clearance or able to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program phases from concept to completion, including planning, cost, and schedule.
• Shape technical approaches across customers and partners.
• Develop system architectures and design trades.
• Interface with customers, contractors, and project teams.
• Support test planning, integration, verification, and validation of sensors and systems.
• Represent the company at technical reviews and system integration activities.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Systems integration

Communication skills

DoD security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

PhD in engineering

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an experienced engineering leader to supervise end-to-end program execution for advanced unmanned aircraft and sensor systems.

The role focuses on initiating and driving technical strategies, performing system analyses, and coordinating with customers and industry partners to ensure high-quality outcomes. Applicants should have substantial engineering leadership experience and the ability to obtain DoD clearance.