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.

Highlights Working For GA-ASI:

• This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.

• This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs.

• Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.

• Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join our Air Force Special Operations Forces (AFSOC) Adaptive Airborne Enterprise (A2E) Project Engineering Team located in Poway, CA. This team specifically focuses on developing new hardware and software capabilities for AFSOC unmanned aircraft platforms.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in engineering.

• Provide Lead Project Engineering support from proposal development through contract award and execution.

• Support lab, ground, and flight test events as well as customer training events.

• Provide hands on support troubleshooting and problem solving in lab and flight test facility environments.

• Document findings and make technical presentations to engineering management, USAF Program Office and AFSOC Leadership.

• Direct activities of design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.

• Provide expert guidance and consulting to other staff members working on difficult engineering problems.

• Anticipate engineering needs and modifications to support future customer goals and provide engineering estimates to GA-ASI management.

• 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.

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

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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.

• Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.

• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.

• Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.

• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.

• Able to work extended hours as required.

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

Salary: $105,890 - $189,545 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Secret Workstyle Hybrid

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.