Airframe Liaison Engineering Supervisor

Job Summary

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 are looking for an Engineering Supervisor to join our Airframe Liaison Engineering team located in Adelanto, CA.

With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development, and/or solution to advanced technical engineering problem(s). May function in an advisory or project leadership role providing direction to experienced professional staff. Formulates plans, typically long term, for solution(s) development, documentation, and deployment, as well as meeting various compliance, reporting, and safety standards.

Evaluates the integration of the engineering solution within the overall engineering environment; and ensures that appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates are completed.

• Leads a team of 4‑5 liaison engineers and design assurance specialists in managing rapid prototype and production GA‑ASI platforms.
• Creates, investigates and executes Change Requests (CR) and Change Notifications (CN) for composite drawings and specifications.
• Prepares and briefs CR/CN in front of Change Control Board (CCB) stakeholders.
• Provides depositions for nonconforming production parts as the Material Review Board (MRB) engineer.
• Coordinates with various engineering groups such as Airframe Integrity Group, Material & Process, Manufacturing Engineering, Project Engineering and Quality Engineering to resolve complex issues.
• Identifies root cause to engineering/manufacturing issues and works independently to resolve them.
• Expected to work closely with production floor clarifying engineering drawing intent.
• Assist management with tactical execution of all department activities including managing, mentoring, developing, and training.
• This position is based out of Adelanto, CA and will require on‑site support at product manufacturing and integration sites.
• Participates in planning, attraction, selection, retention and development of personnel to ensure team capacity and competencies are aligned with business needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever business is conducted on behalf of the Company and works safely in accordance with established operating procedures.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience: nine or more years with a bachelor’s, seven or more years with a master’s, or four or more years with a PhD (or equivalent experience).
• 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.
• Background in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace engineering desired.
• Prior management experience leading a team in an engineering or manufacturing setting desired.
• Experience and knowledge of interpreting engineering drawings with emphasis on composite lamination and airframe integration.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with an emphasis on technical presentation.
• Experienced in aircraft development and composite manufacturing.
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing methodologies desired.
• Working knowledge of GD&T ANSI Y‑14.5M.
• Experience using CREO Parametric/NX or similar CAD software.
• Basic project management knowledge.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• Able to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems of diverse scope and complexity.
• Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance required.

Job Type: Full‑Time
Salary range: 105,890 – 189,545

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Defense and Space Manufacturing;
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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