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 located in Poway, CA for an experienced Project Engineer to support our MQ9 Technology Development Project Engineering team.

Under general directions with limited review, this position is responsible for applying innovative approaches to resolving unusual or complex engineering problems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and interface with customers, contractors, and engineering groups to determine scope, urgency, actions, impacts, and resolution to on-going projects and field issues.

• Support investigations along with functional engineering Subject Matter Experts (SME) to maintain operation of systems.

• Lead troubleshooting efforts with on-site personnel to resolve technical issues in the field.

• Perform system analysis, generate requirements, and develop system designs.

• Provide technical support for integration, verification, and validation of new and existing systems, both in the integration lab and in the field.

• Develop and present technical design material for review with customers.

• Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects.

• Provide direction and requirements to design or technical staff while collaborating with program management and other functional areas.

• Develop project plans, estimates, and schedules for upcoming engineering efforts.

• Will require travel to field sites to provide on-site engineering expertise.

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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

• Must have a thorough understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.

• Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.

• Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.

• Capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and, lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects.

• Able to work extended hours as required.

• A Professional Engineering License and original work published in professional engineering journals are desirable.

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

Salary: $98,100 - $171,398 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.