Project Engineer MQ-9 Platform Sustainment

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); Híbrido; USD 100 000 - 171 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

ICP bonus

Hybrid work environment

401(k) with company match

Pension

On site cafeterias, gyms and outdoorRe

Resumo da oferta

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA, is seeking a staff-level engineer for the CLS Project Engineering team.

You will perform impact assessments for DMSMS/obsolescence issues, present findings at internal and customer meetings, and plan engineering projects to meet goals. The role involves leading design/modifications, providing reach-back support for servos, engine tear downs, and battery repairs, with potential travel to USAF locations.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's, master's, or PhD in engineering or related discipline with progressive experience.
• Strong understanding of engineering concepts and broad application.
• Ability to work extended hours.
• Professional Engineering license and publications desirable.
• Ability to obtain DoD security clearance.
• Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Capable of leading a team on single component projects.

Responsabilidades

• Focus on systems affected by DMSMS issues and develop solutions before production impact.
• Support operation of engineering systems and document problems.
• Develop new approaches to resolve unusual engineering problems.
• Troubleshoot complex design/development requirements and special material needs.
• Provide documentation and technical presentations as required.
• May act as prime technical contact on small contracts or projects.
• Lead design/technical staff and potentially a moderately experienced team.
• Advise Program Management on implications of design changes.
• Develop or maturate engineering processes and maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.

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.
We have an exciting staff level position for our Platform Sustainment (CLS) Project Engineering team in Poway, California. This position is responsible performing impact assessments due to DMSMS/obsolescence issues and presenting information at internal and customer working group meetings. Under general directions with limited review, this position is responsible for applying innovative approaches to resolving unusual or complex engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and reviewed largely at completion. Initiates the planning of engineering projects and develops innovative designs or modifications in order to meet project goals. Independently performs difficult/complex engineering work with instructions as to the general expected results. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff, makes technical presentations, and may represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.
This position will primarily provide reach back engineering support for our CLS customers. Items supported include servos, engine tear downs and build ups, battery repairs, general use questions, and more. As such, this position will demonstrate and maturate a variety of engineering principles from multiple disciplines. This position may travel to USAF locations to provide in-person support on a limited basis inside the continental United States.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Candidate will focus on systems affected by Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) issues and assist in activities to ensure a solution is in place before production or sustainment is impacted.
• Supports operation of engineering systems and documents any problems.
• Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems.
• Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements.
• Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.
• May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects.
• Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.
• Provides recommendations to Program Management on logistical concerns and impacts from selected engineering design changes.
• May develop, document, and maturate new or existing engineering processes.
• 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.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Highlights Working For GA-ASI

• This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
• This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment pending project needs.
• Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, unlimited access to discounted tickets to events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
• Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.
• Free Electric Vehicle (EV) charging while at work.

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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a thorough understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• A Professional Engineering License and original work published in professional engineering journals are desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
• Must possess:
• Ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
• Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.
• Capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and, lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary
Salary range: 99,500 - 170,750