Engineer, Manufacturing 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 have an exciting opportunity to join our Manufacturing Proposal Contracts Estimating Group within our ASI Division. We are open to hiring someone with a background as an Industrial Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Chemical Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer.

• Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems.
• Performs functional testing and troubleshooting of production and support processes.
• Obtains and analyzes production and business data.
• Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions. May be required to make brief technical presentations and provide inputs to technical staff.
• Works in a team environment with technical, financial, and management staff to participate in new business proposals as required to develop schedule, manpower, and cost estimates.
• Utilize various business tools and reports to identify production capability and performance in support of proposal estimating and contract execution.
• Support the creation, research and analysis of various contract deliverable items such as manufacturing plans and manufacturing readiness assessments.
• May assist in the development of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and related dictionaries.
• Familiar with complex Bills of Materials (BOM) and configuration management processes. Understands various BOM configuration options and issues.
• Represent the manufacturing organization with minimal supervision as a key technical contact on assigned production contracts.
• Provide direction to production or technical staff or lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.
• Present report(s) at production meetings, participates in program reviews and consults on problems.
• Provide guidance to other staff members working on manufacturing issues.
• Anticipate future production risks and requirements and develop appropriate courses of action to accomplish a production goal.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, production routings and orders.
• Experience with database query language and computer scripting languages. Keen understanding of relational database systems and query logic.
• Exposure to SAP business systems and earned value management is a plus.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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 bachelor's degree, master's degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; 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 general understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
• Good communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work extended hours as required.
• An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary
Salary range: 81,