Project Engineer, Systems 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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Support project engineering tasks to include evaluating and recommending a solution for engineering related production problems related to manufacturing, design, quality and material engineering

* Exercise independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance

* Provide support for AMS products and payloads on the production floor, in the integration labs and on the aircraft

* Skill Set:

* Demonstrate proficiency in problem solving, root cause analysis and drawing change procedures

* Understand the intricacies of the AMS manufacturing and SI&T processes

* Understand the workflow for procurement, SAP system and warehouse configurations.

* Ability to quickly grasp and understand the full scope of payload integration activities and come up to speed quickly in new areas. Take on a high-level problems and recommend a technical path forward

* Strong ability to collaborate and draw support and guidance from senior engineering staff and program management office

* Ability to build a good working relationship with the technicians and engineers supporting production and sustaining activities

* Good written and verbal communication skills

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

Job Category

Engineering

Travel Percentage Required

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time Salary

State

California

Clearance Level

Secret

Pay Range Low

68,770

City

Poway

Clearance Required?

Desired

Pay Range High

116,193

Recruitment Posting Title

Project Engineer

Job Qualifications

* Typically requires a bachelors or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

* Must have a basic knowledge of engineering principles and concepts and a general understanding of practices, techniques, and standards.

* Must be customer focused and possess:

* Ability to use independent analysis and judgment in developing solutions to a variety of non-routine problems;

* Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences;

* Excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees and managers

* Strong computer skills, specifically both Windows and Linux environments

* Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.

* Experience with Lynx SAR and Due Regard radar, PLS and FCL process, LoLA, MoSim, Claw, GCS, RFLB and SPU a plus.

* Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance level SECRET or above is required.

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Experience Level

Entry-Level (0-2 years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?

No

Workstyle

Onsite