Staff Material and Process Engineer

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

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) invites applications for a Staff Material and Process Engineer in the ASI Division, Poway, CA.

The role focuses on materials engineering support for UAVs, GCS, GSE, and collaboration with Mechanical, Manufacturing, Quality and Field teams to address materials and process issues. We seek a highly qualified engineer with advanced degrees and extensive aerospace materials experience, capable of independent problem solving, and able to obtain a DoD

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master/PhD in engineering or related discipline with progressive experience.
• Degree in materials engineering preferred.
• Hands-on experience with civilian and military aerospace materials and processes.
• Experience with fluids compatibility with aircraft materials.
• Experience with failure investigations and materials lab techniques.
• Knowledge of airworthiness regulations and hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Provide Materials Engineering support for Mechanical Engineering on UAVs, GCS and GSE.
• Support design, development, testing, productionization and fielding of UAS.
• Support Manufacturing, Quality, Supplier Quality and Field operations on materials issues.
• Perform other duties and adhere to safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Aerospace materials

Manufacturing processes

Surface finishing

Material compatibility

Failure investigations

Materials characterization

Aerospace polymers

Corrosion prevention

Airworthiness knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

DoD clearance eligibility

Education

Engineering degree (Bachelors/Masters/PhD)

Materials engineering degree preferred

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 Staff Material and Process Engineer with our ASI Division, located in Poway, CA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide Materials Engineering support for Mechanical Engineering Department for
  • Large Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV)
  • Ground Control Stations (GCS)
  • Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
• Support Mechanical Engineering Department in Design and Development; Test; Product ionization; and Fielding of Unmanned Airial Systems (UAS)
• Provide additional support for Manufacturing, Quality, Supplier Quality, and Field Support to address Materials and Process related issues.
• Performs 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.

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

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.
• Degree in materials engineering is preferred.
• Hands on experience with common civilian and military aerospace materials (ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, paints, adhesives/sealants, etc.), manufacturing processes (machining, heat treatment, welding, non-destructive inspection, etc.), and surface finishing techniques (anodize, conversion coatings, passivation, paints, plating, cleaning, abrasive blasting, shot peening, etc.).
• Hands on experience with material compatibility between aircraft fluids such as Jet Fuel, Engine Oil, de-icing fluids, and hydraulic fluids with o-rings, polymers, etc.
• Hands on experience with failure investigations and materials characterization laboratory techniques.
• Experience with aerospace polymers.
• Experience with Corrosion Prevention and Control.
• Understanding of fuel contamination issues such as FAME, microorganisms, water, particulates and fuel additives is highly desirable.
• Understanding of airworthiness regulations and hazardous materials concerns as they pertain to Materials and Processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter able to work independently and responsively to address and close issues quickly.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 105,890 - 189,545