Project Systems Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 81,080 - 141,650; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is seeking an experienced engineer to lead systems engineering for Unmanned Air Systems (UAS) in Poway, California. This full-time position involves technical coordination, project management, and team leadership.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree, project experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. Responsibilities include troubleshooting technical issues, interfacing with customers, and ensuring the success of engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with progressive experience.
• Broad understanding of engineering concepts and ability to coordinate workloads.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering and technical coordination for UAS.
• Determine technical objectives and perform system analysis.
• Lead diverse, cross-functional teams.

Skills

Engineering principles

Project leadership

Strong communication skills

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Engineering

Tools

Mechanical and electrical engineering drawings

Payload integration

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.

Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for determining and developing effective approaches for resolving a wide range of difficult engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at milestones or at completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff, and makes technical presentations as required. May coordinate segments of a specific project and may have frequent inter‑organization and customer contact on difficult technical issues. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may provide direction to less experienced professional staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering and technical coordination for the development, fabrication, testing, integration, and maintenance of new or existing systems on GA-ASI, Unmanned Air Systems (UAS).
• Determine the technical objectives for solution(s) to engineering problems.
• Perform system analysis, generate requirements, and develop system architecture and designs.
• Provide direction to technical staff and may lead a team of diverse, cross‑functional staff.
• Support the development of test plans and manage the integration, verification, and validation of systems through flight test.
• Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, project coordination difficulties, and on‑site integration and testing concerns.
• Coordinate and interface with customers, contractors, and engineering groups assigned to projects.
• Develop program plans, estimates, and schedules and execute programs in accordance with those plans.
• Summarize and report weekly/monthly project status as well as effectively document and communicate project delays or issues with team members.
• Provide support for proposals and white papers.
• Represent the organization at technical reviews, meetings, and system level integrations.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience: four or more years of experience with a bachelor’s, or two or more years with a master’s. Equivalent engineering experience may substitute for education.
• Demonstrates a broad understanding 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.
• Must understand and apply new concepts quickly in a fast‑paced, evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task or project level to provide solutions to complex problems.
• Must have strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and professionals.
• Must be customer focused and able to work on a self‑initiated, independent basis or in a team environment.
• Must be able to read and interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings.
• Must be able to direct system‑level design through interconnects and interface control documentation.
• Experience with payload integration, software, datalinks, and computer networking is a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

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

Job Type: Full‑Time Salary

Salary range: 81,080 – 141,650