UAV Systems Specialist II

General Atomics; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

General Atomics in Poway, CA is seeking a UAV Systems Specialist to join the Prototype Integration Group in San Diego. You will work on developing and integrating payloads for unmanned platforms, managing projects, and coordinating tasks across teams.

This role requires technical proficiency in electronics, RF systems, and safety standards. The position is full-time and onsite with occasional travel; DoD clearance is preferred, and relocation support is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2+ years of engineering/military tech experience.
• Formal training in one or more safety disciplines.
• Solid understanding of military or commercial systems and the development process.
• Ability to acquire, interpret, and communicate technical data.

Responsibilities

• Apply electrical and RF theory to troubleshoot circuits and systems.
• Develop acceptance test procedures for electronic systems.
• Set up experiments, calibrate equipment, and collect data.
• Review specifications and establish safety requirements for systems.
• Investigate requirements and propose solutions meeting safety and performance standards.
• Document procedures, reports, and training materials.

Skills

Electrical theory

RF theory

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

57829BR

Job Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity for aUAV Systems Specialist in our Prototype Integration Group located in San Diego, CA (Poway, CA).

UAV Systems Specialistare specialist in developing and integrating payloads onto unmanned platforms. Under general supervision with limited review, this position will report to Prototype Integration Manager. TheUAV Systems Specialist will be responsible for the research, coordination and management of projects and tasks related to the development and integration of electronic payloads for multiple platforms.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizes electrical and RF theory to troubleshoot basic circuits and electronic systems.

• Develops acceptance test procedures for electronic systems and subassemblies being tested current programs and prototyping development tasks.

• Sets up moderately complex experiments and/or tests; checks out and calibrates equipment prior to experimentation and data acquisition; conducts tests and experiments following operating procedures.

• Reviews product systems, functional specifications, and operations, and establishes safety requirements for assigned systems.

• Investigates and analyzes project requirements and operating problems and develops recommended solutions to meet company governmental safety and performance standards.

• Identifies operation or equipment problems and reports deficiencies.

• Maintains and repairs equipment using basic hand and specialized tools.

• Researches, analyzes, develops, and documents detailed requirements or operator, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures, checklists, technical specifications, alert bulletins, training materials and other procedures and reports.

• Analyzes and recommends safety criteria in system procedures and design to control or eliminate hazards.

• Investigates and resolves problem areas and participates with engineering, operations and maintenance personnel to document technical solutions.

• 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 as 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 education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree and two or more years of professional engineering/military technical and/or documentation experience.

• Must have formal training in one or more safety disciplines.

• Must demonstrate a comprehensive technical understanding of military or commercial systems and have knowledge of the engineering development process.

• Must possess:

• The ability to develop, acquire, interpret and communicate technical data.

• The ability to understand new concepts and apply them in an evolving environment.

• Strong organization skills.

• The ability to identify issues and develop solutions to technical problems.

• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately analyze, document, present and report recommendations.

• Strong knowledge of computer operations and applications.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

• Must have flexibility to work any shift, if necessary and travel as required.

• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.

Job Category:

Product Support

Experience Level:

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

62,510

Pay Range High:

105,628

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

Yes

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Clearance Level:

Secret

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.