Project Engineer USAF Development Programs

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ICP bonus

Hybrid work environment

Excellent benefits

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks a Project Engineer to support the MQ-9A UAV development and retrofit activities in Poway, CA.

You will lead engineering tasks, coordinate with multiple departments, and communicate with customers, sub-contractors, and vendors to meet project goals. You will oversee projects, manage schedules, and ensure compliance with applicable laws while collaborating with the development team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in engineering or related field with progressive experience.
• Ability to obtain DoD security clearance.
• Professional Engineering License desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan engineering projects and manage timelines.
• Develop designs and modifications to meet goals.
• Coordinate with safety, flight, software, quality teams to meet requirements.
• Analyze data, test, and document findings.
• Present technical results to internal and customer stakeholders.

Skills

Project planning

Communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

PhD in engineering

Tools

DoD security clearance

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. This position is for a Project Engineer working under the USAF development team located in Poway, CA. The candidate will support new development and retrofit activities with the development team, other functional engineering groups, and the customer to conceptualize, design, enhance, and integrate hardware & software capabilities for the MQ-9A Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) System, including Ground Control Station and Training Systems. The Project Engineer will oversee individual projects and coordinate the engineering team to accomplish the project objectives within the given project timeline. The applicant must be able to effectively communicate with all functional engineering departments, all program management specialties, external customers, sub-contractors, and vendors.

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

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Initiate the planning of engineering projects.
• Develop innovative designs or modifications to meet project goals.
• Communicate and coordinate with other engineering departments (safety, flight technologies, systems, software, quality etc.) to complete tasks in accordance with project requirements.
• Apply technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems.
• Resolve conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements.
• Perform functional testing and troubleshooting equipment and systems in assigned areas by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
• Obtain and analyze test data and document findings.
• Recommend solutions to engineering problems based upon investigation findings, test data, and timelines.
• Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects in assigned area of expertise.
• Make technical presentations to internal staff and customer representatives, as necessary.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform 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.

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