Project Engineer MQ-9B International Program

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ICP bonus

Hybrid work environment

401(k) with company match

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA is seeking an experienced Project Engineer for the MQ-9B Program Engineering group to develop and field MQ-9B SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian systems for India.

Under limited supervision, you will lead country-specific airborne, ground and data infrastructure efforts in coordination with program leads. The role includes supporting global supplier development, proposal efforts and customer capability integration, leading

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's, master’s or PhD in engineering or related technical discipline.
• Progressive engineering experience with ability to lead workloads and meet milestones.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Leads hardware and software integration for UAS flight environment.
• Leads and plans projects with cross-functional teams to meet budget and schedule.
• Develops system architectures tied to mission and performance requirements.
• Conducts trade studies to meet mission needs and architectures.
• Executes full lifecycle program from concept to airworthiness testing and fielding.
• Leads test events including SIL, ground and flight tests.
• Interfaces with US Government and international stakeholders.
• Supports proposal development and development of WBS and engineering estimates.

Skills

Project leadership

Systems engineering

Technical communication

DoD clearance

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in engineering

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.

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 opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer to join our MQ-9B Program Engineering group located in Poway, CA focused on development and fielding of MQ-9B SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian UAS for the country of India.
Under limited supervision, this Project Engineer will lead country-specific advanced airborne, ground and data infrastructure development efforts in coordination with MQ-9B Program Engineering leads and functional engineering resources. Additionally, this Project Engineer will support global strategic supplier development, proposal efforts and customer-specific capability integration as we bring the most sophisticated MQ-9B variant ever produced to India.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads hardware and software integration efforts for the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) flight environment.
• Leads and plans projects with diverse cross-functional engineering teams to successfully execute programs within budget and schedule.
• Develops system architectures tied to mission and performance requirements.
• Conducts and leads trade studies that results in design and architectures that meet mission needs.
• Performs full lifecycle program execution from concept through airworthiness testing, certification and fielding.
• Actively plans, leads and participates in test events, including System Integration Lab (SIL), Ground and Flight Test phases.
• Develops and presents technical material for diverse audiences.
• Interfaces with US Government and International Customer stakeholders.
• Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems.
• Troubleshoots conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination elements, and special requirements.
• Understands and applies systems engineering principles; organizes project definitions in a top-down organized system engineering approach.
• Effectively applies Concept of Operations (CONOPs) to drive physical and functional design requirements.
• Actively supports proposal development through work scope definitions, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) organization and engineering estimation.
• Works collaboratively with global suppliers to include development of work packages, contract elements and collaboration work products.
• Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on related efforts, when required.
• Provides direction to technical teams and leads moderately experienced professional staff.
• Responsible for the execution and implementation of the engineering process: design, development, integration, test and performance verification.
• Manages program schedule and resource needs.
• Leads and develops program reviews, including SRR, PDR, CDR and Test Readiness reviews.
• Supports program capture and business development activities.
• Integrates and tests mission systems of varying maturity levels.
• Develops physical and functional data dissemination and data flows solutions.
• Generates airworthiness documentation and approvals, as required.
• Applies cyber security requirements including IATT and network security; interprets classification guidance, DD254s and related security related elements.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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 at discounted rates.
• 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; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, and invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium are desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.
• Must possess:
  • Ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals.
  • Capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
  • Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
  • Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 105,890 - 189,545