Systems Test Analyst II

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies; California (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA, is seeking a System Test Analyst to join the SIL team.

The role blends hands-on troubleshooting with cross-functional coordination across avionics, software, payloads, and test equipment to ensure high reliability in a regulated aerospace environment. Responsibilities include developing test plans, executing validations, documenting results, and contributing to test standards while maintaining confidentiality and DoD clearance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline; 2+ years of related experience.
• General understanding of systems test concepts, theory, and operations.
• Customer-focused with ability to solve non-routine problems.
• Strong verbal and written communication to report findings.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence others.
• Ability to work independently or in a team; willingness to travel.
• Experience in classified or ITAR-regulated environments is desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer needs into system test solutions within schedule and cost constraints.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans, procedures, and schedules.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, verification, and validation of systems.
• Document tests and assist in modifying systems.
• Collaborate with engineering to resolve non-routine issues.
• Evaluate test requirements to ensure complete test programs.
• Perform technical analysis and prepare system-level evaluations.
• Contribute to development and updating of test standards and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Observe laws and regulations applicable to the company.
• Work safely following operating procedures; travel as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Systems testing

Customer focus

Verbal & written comms

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Travel

Security clearance DoD

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

2+ years experience

Job description

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 System Test Analyst to join the GA-ASI Systems Integration Lab (SIL) team in Poway, CA. Under general supervision with minimal review, this position supports the SIL environments for multiple product lines. This role is both technical and requires hands‑on involvement in troubleshooting and repair, while also ensuring tight coordination with cross‑functional teams, especially with other SIL team members supporting avionics systems, software, payloads, sensors, data links, ground control stations, test equipment, and ground support equipment. The ideal candidate will champion a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and interdepartmental synchronization to ensure high performance and reliability in a regulated aerospace environment. Collaborates with other engineering members to resolve complex issues and provide feedback for the technical appraisal of the tested systems. Consults on the analysis and development of test standards and procedures. Contributes to the development of systems quality testing, operating methods, and processes. This position involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Develops, modifies and executes comprehensive and detailed test plans, procedures and schedules for assigned systems.
• Coordinates and conducts systems inspections, testing, verification, and validation of assigned systems.
• Documents tests and assists in modifying systems.
• Consults on integrated testing activities. Collaborates with engineering to resolve non‑routine issues.
• Reviews and evaluates test requirements to ensure completeness of test program.
• Performs technical analysis of systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations.
• Contributes to the development/updating of test standards and procedures.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

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 bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline and a minimum of two or more years of related experience. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must have a general understanding of systems test concepts, theory, and operations and experience demonstrating those skills.
• Must be customer-focused and possess the ability to develop solutions to a variety of non-routine problems.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences, including management.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills to influence and guide other employees and managers.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Prior experience working in a classified or ITAR-regulated environment is highly desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance required.