Engineer II

Component Engineer

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 career opportunity for a Component Engineer working in our DMSMS Group located in Poway, CA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform Lifecycle Management Engineering activities for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
• Candidate will focus on systems affected by Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) issues and assist in activities to ensure a solution is in place before production or sustainment is impacted. As part of the DMSMS team, the Component Engineer – DMSMS duties and responsibilities include:
• Being the Point-of-Contact (POC) for Company wide end-of-life (EOL) notifications and issues, performing platform/program impact analysis and evaluating and coordinating bridge/last time buys.
• Interfacing with Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), Project Engineers and Program Management across multiple platforms.
• Interfacing with Functional Engineering and component suppliers on technical, supply and procurement topics.
• Gathering data and information from multiple sources and records and maintains records and files in various systems.
• Performing impact assessments due to DMSMS/obsolescence issues and presenting information at internal and customer working group meetings.
• Creating Customer Deliverable Requirements List (CDRL) reports.
• Supporting Procurement and Subcontracts to resolve part shortage and obsolescence issues.
• Supporting BOM reviews for part lifecycle risk management as required.
• Providing support with component/supplier selection, analysis and documentation to meet technical requirements posed by design teams during concept and development for both Electrical and Mechanical parts.
• Creating and maintaining part specifications and assisting to maintain the parts database.
• Researching market/technology trends of suppliers and devices.

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