Engineer VI

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.

Agile Mission Systems (AMS) at GA-ASI in San Diego, CA a growing center of excellence in San Diego, CA – where innovation meets mission impact. We bring together high-performing technical experts and future leaders to develop, integrate, and field cutting‑edge mission systems that meet the evolving needs of warfighters and decision‑makers. You’ll work alongside a multidisciplinary team to drive strategic objectives, develop customer‑facing relationships, and architect solutions that bring complex systems of systems together-delivering real‑world mission outcomes.

The Payload Integration group addresses challenging problems by developing, integrating, fielding, supporting, and advancing mature technologies into payload solutions for GA‑ASI platforms. Current payloads include Multi‑Mode Radars, EO/IR systems, Advanced IRST, Electronic Warfare systems, Countermeasures, and Signal Intelligence sensors to deliver cutting‑edge solutions to our customers.

The team is seeking a project engineer take charge of the technical roadmap-ensuring both the continuity of our current product line and driving innovation to meet the needs of our growing customer base. You’ll work at the intersection of hardware integration, software development, RF communication systems, data dissemination, and end‑to‑end testing.

The ideal candidate brings hands‑on operational or design experience with UHF and VHF communication systems, including tactical radio networks, line‑of‑sight (LOS) communications, and mobile communication platforms. A strong background in RF technologies is essential, as you’ll be expected to help our team stay ahead in this fast‑moving and constantly evolving field.

• Demonstrated ability to develop expertise and become the subject matter expert and technological champion in the relevant capabilities
• Understanding of change management and manufacturing principles to maintain a product portfolio
• Transitions high TRL demonstrated payloads into mature payload solutions for long‑term mission capabilities across GA‑ASI platforms
• Leads diverse multi‑function engineering teams, meeting critical program milestones, and successfully executing programs within the defined cost and schedule.
• Represents programs as the face of engineering ensure consistent and appropriate messaging to internal and external stakeholders.
• Supports engineering estimates and proposals during business development and shaping activities.
• Develops program plans, estimates, schedules and execute programs to ensure programmatic and technical success.
• Perform system analysis, trade studies, author technical white papers, and generate customer technical data packages.
• Complete, document, and present System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), and Critical Design Reviews (CDR).
• Represent company at technical reviews, customer meetings and system level integrations
• Supports mission architecture implementations and designs.
• Supports payload compatibility and enhancement for initiatives such as Open Architectures (OMS, FACE, CESMO, etc.), Autonomy & Artificial Intelligence, fusion, track management, and other interoperability capabilities.
• Supports the development of test plans and manage the integration, verification and validation new capabilities and technologies.
• Supports development of business/strategic objectives and system concept‑of‑operations

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

• 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; twelve or more years of experience with a Bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a Masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD.…