Engineer IV

Manufacturing 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 opportunity for a 1st shift Manufacturing Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Poway, CA.

Under general supervision and with on-going review, this position supports the engineering staff in the analysis, investigation and resolution of routine engineering problems of limited scope. Assignments are for small projects or phase(s) of larger projects(s) and are normally outlined in terms of specific engineering activities. Contributes to the completion of assigned engineering tasks which involve the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance.

Documents findings and implemented solutions, and communicates results to project engineering staff. Contacts are primarily internal within the team. May provide direction to design staff or technicians.

• Determines technical objectives for solution(s) to advanced technical engineering problems.
• Represents the organization as a prime technical contact within and engineering team for assigned project(s)/program(s).
• May function in an advisory or leadership role for a project/program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced professional staff or team of manufacturing personnel.
• Formulates plans and guides the development and implementation of engineering solution(s) including deployment, resource requirements, testing requirements and equipment selection, documentation, integration and compliance and safety.
• Plans and coordinates the maintenance of engineering solutions including, documentation, reporting, publishing, and making technical and other presentations to ensure viability of the solution(s) in an evolving environment.
• Plans for future applications of solutions based on new developments in engineering technology.
• Participates in or may lead the development of new or expansion of existing business opportunities.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Engineering requirements would be applicable to both product design as well as manufacturing process design and development with an emphasis on the latter.
• Experience with production, procurement, and quality processes in support to pre-production as well as supporting existing production.
• Develop and execute introduction to production plans including but no limited to production workflows, Point of manufacturing, production test procedures and quality inspection plans.

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