Survivability Test Engineer

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 seeking a Survivability Test Engineer to provide design and analysis, tool development, and systems development support to a variety of projects.

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

• Serve as an LO testing engineer for GA-ASI, responsible for developing and executing test plans to meet specific program requirements.
• Develop capability to perform Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 Survivability testing for LO materials and platforms. Lead and evaluate data on these materials for inclusion on builds.
• Utilize industry‑standard tools for measurement of RF properties for GA‑ASI designs. Refine and develop GA‑ASI capabilities to perform testing, as well as lead testing at a variety of locations.
• Guide and develop integrated RF material solutions for a range of conventional and survivable platforms supported by results of numerical models and simulations in collaboration with senior personnel.
• Guide, develop and evaluate integrated RF material repair solutions for a range of survivable platforms.
• Participate in design and fabrication of measurement and test articles (“fixtures”, “pole models”) for validation of survivable designs.
• Support testing efforts at outside facilities and mature in‑house RCS testing capabilities. Prepare test plans, interface with vendor personnel, and may need to be on‑site during testing to ensure test integrity.
• Demonstrate experience with survivable composite structures to guide design and requirements for new program builds, ensuring results meet customer requirements.
• Use industry‑standard tools to evaluate measured test data of platform performance, including transferring data to numerous 2D and 3D RCS analysis codes to inform design iterations.
• Provide technical support and leadership to ensure that work products meet requirements through simulation, fabrication, and test. Prepare and present status and progress reports, PDR and CDR presentations, and formal proposals to senior level personnel and customers.
• Act as Principal Investigator and provide technical communication to IRAD and CRAD projects targeting development and implementation of Survivability technologies.
• Ensure compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained. Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Observe all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

• Bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in engineering or related technical discipline, with progressive engineering experience: 9+ years with a bachelor’s, 7+ years with a master’s, or 4+ years with a PhD. Equivalent engineering experience may substitute for education.
• Electromagnetics phenomenology experience with an emphasis in RF technology, work related to integration and testing of low‑observable materials and components, and experience using industry‑standard tools for measurement of LO materials, components, and platforms, including data processing.
• Experience leading small teams during test events.
• Experience writing technical reports and developing process specifications for testing and repair of materials and structures.
• Understanding of a wide range of technical theories and concepts related to electromagnetics and RF integration of subsystems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong team player with leadership potential qualities.
• Must possess the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and techniques.

• Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry.
• Demonstrated experience modeling and analyzing various systems using codes.

Full‑time

$105,890 – $189,545