Systems Engineer

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) in Rancho Bernardo, CA, seeks a Systems Engineer to evaluate and update ALRE requirements for U.S. Navy programs and adapt them for foreign customers. Experience with MBSE and requirements development is preferred.

The role involves interfacing with customers and engineers, employing tools like Cameo, CATIA Magic, and DOORS to manage system requirements and support design reviews. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's, master's or PhD in engineering or related discipline with progressive engineering experience.
• Four+ years with a bachelor's, or two+ years with a master's.
• Equivalent engineering experience may substitute for education.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical analyses and judgement using systems engineering for new ALRE configurations for a foreign customer.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, engineering groups, and other business sectors.
• Utilize Cameo, CATIA Magic, and DOORS for requirements development/management and component specifications.
• Perform system analysis and generate requirements for hardware, firmware and software design teams.
• Support verification and validation with analyses and coordination with Test teams for qualification testing.
• Develop and present technical material for design reviews, including discussions with customers.

Skills

MBSE

Requirements development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

PhD in engineering

Tools

Cameo Systems Modeler

CATIA Magic

DOORS

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolios of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer in the GA-EMS Systems Engineering department, located in Rancho Bernardo, CA. The candidate with previous Systems Engineering experience, with working knowledge of MBSE and requirements development, is responsible for evaluating and updating requirements first established for the U.S. Navy Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) programs and adapting those requirements for design enhancements or to align with foreign customer requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical analyses and judgement, using a Systems Engineering approach, for the development of a new configuration of the ALRE systems for a foreign customer.
• Coordinate and interface with customers, contractors, engineering groups, and other business sectors within the organization.
• Utilize requirements management tools Cameo Systems Modeler, CATIA Magic, and/or DOORS to support requirements development/management and component specifications.
• Perform system analysis and generate system, sub-system, component, and software requirements to disseminate among hardware, firmware, and software design architects.
• Support verification and validation efforts with analyses and coordination with Test teams for qualification testing.
• Develop and present technical material for design reviews, including speaking with customers.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to update design requirements, constraints, and traceability.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Execute 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; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a basic understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and systems engineering; demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and application of engineering.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to support an effective and efficient interface with other company departments, management, support staff, customers, and government representatives.
• Supportive of internal continuous improvement initiatives.
• Commitment to support GA-EMS Quality objectives, including completion of training on-time, reduction of rework, and daily timecard completion.
• Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance is required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience with ALRE systems;
• Experience in the application of IEEE Standard 1233, Guide for Developing System Requirements Specifications;
• Experience in the application of IEEE Standard 15288.2, Standard for Technical Reviews and Audits on Defense Programs;
• Experience in the application of the NAVAIR Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) process per NAVAIR SETR Process Handbook.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 84,000 - 140,625