Project Engineer USMC Software

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); Hybrid; USD 98,100 - 171,398; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Company pension

On-site cafeterias

Gyms and outdoor recreation centers

Free Electric Vehicle charging

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is seeking a Project Engineer for their USMC Software Program in Poway, CA. The successful applicant will support software development, testing, and fielding of new capabilities. Key responsibilities include resolving engineering issues, leading integration tests, and maintaining project confidentiality. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering and experience in software design or unmanned systems. The job offers a hybrid work environment and excellent benefits, including an ICP bonus and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Typically requires progressive engineering experience of six or more years with a bachelor's degree.
• Must have a thorough understanding of engineering concepts and principles.
• Must possess strong documentation and presentation skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Supports operation of engineering systems by evaluating needs.
• Troubleshoots and analyzes systems utilizing engineering principles.
• Directs activities of designers and technicians.
• Leads integration and flight test activities.

Skills

Software design

Test/flight testing

Unmanned systems

Technical manuals

Training systems

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree 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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer for our USMC Software Program located in Poway, CA. This position will focus on supporting software development, system test, and the fielding of new capabilities for the platform. Applicant must be able to effectively communicate with all functional engineering departments, all program management specialties, external customers, sub-contractors, and vendors. Successful applicants will have experience in one or more of the following areas: software design, test/flight testing, unmanned systems, technical manuals, and training systems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports operation of engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues.
• Troubleshoots, analyzes, and repairs systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
• Directs the activities of designers, technicians and may direct the activities of less experienced professional staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems.
• Troubleshoots 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.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Supports the development of project plans, including Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Bills of Material (BOM) and Basis of Estimation (BOE) for labor hours and deliverables to be included in a proposal response.
• Leads integration and flight test activities for a range of advanced capabilities into unmanned aircraft and related systems.
• Full lifecycle program execution from concept through airworthiness testing, certification, and fielding.
• 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, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access 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 bachelor's degree, master's 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 bachelor's degree, four or more years of experience with a master's 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.
• Must possess the 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.
• 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.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 98,100 - 171,398