Senior Systems Engineer - Laser & Space Payloads

General Atomics

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 138,000 - 229,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

General Atomics in San Diego, CA, seeks a Senior Systems Engineer with expertise in high power lasers and space systems. You will lead system-level engineering across the full lifecycle, from concept to verification, driving architecture, requirements, and MBSE artifacts while supervising cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities include leading technical reviews, interfacing with customers, and shaping program plans.

Qualifications

Typically requires advanced engineering degree and extensive experience in systems engineering leadership.
Proven ability to lead development, integration, and test of complex systems.
Strong knowledge of MBSE, requirements flow-down, and interface definition.

Responsibilities

Lead systems engineering for laser and space payload programs from concept through deployment.
Define objectives, roadmaps, and plans for assigned systems and programs.
Serve as prime technical expert for laser and space payload systems.
Lead IPTs in development, integration, and test of complex systems.
Oversee documentation, testing, and technical reports.
Engage with customers during ConOps, reviews, and technical engagements.
Maintain MBSE artifacts and support program planning and configuration management.