Project Engineer MQ-CLS Sustainment Program

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 have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for a Project Engineer to support the MQ-9A CLS Sustainment Program. Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for determining and developing effective approaches for resolving a wide range of difficult engineering problems including sustainment turnaround time. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives, anticipated results, sources of information, and possible approaches.

Work is reviewed at milestones or at completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff, and makes technical presentations as required. May coordinate segments of a specific project and may have frequent inter-organization and customer contact on technical issues. Tasks involve the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance. May provide direction to technical staff and less experienced professional staff.

• Lead and execute improvement projects focused on reducing cycle times and enhancing throughput.
• Conduct process mapping, time studies, waste identification, and root‑cause analysis.
• Develop and implement process changes that improve turnaround time, quality, capacity utilization, and operational consistency.
• Collect, interpret, and analyze data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to facilitate change adoption and ensure project sustainability.
• Report project progress to leadership, highlighting risks, results, and recommendations.
• Work with the Lead Project Engineer to fulfill the technical obligations of the MQ‑9A Sustainment Program requirements.
• Support operation of engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and developing effective approaches to resolving those issues.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and repair systems in assigned areas by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
• May direct the activities of subject matter experts, technicians, and less experienced professional staff.
• Provide documentation and produce technical presentations as required.
• May represent the organization in providing solutions to technical issues associated with specific projects.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• 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.

• 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, unlimited access to discounted tickets for 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.

• 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: four or more years of experience with a bachelor’s degree or two or more years of experience with a master’s degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience…