Industrial Engineer

Overview

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. This opportunity is in Poway, CA for an Industrial Engineer within the ASI Division.

• Perform detailed analysis of manpower, facility space, materials, equipment, and information flow to support process optimization with moderate supervision.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of process improvements in manufacturing, logistics, and operations, using established industrial engineering methods.
• Participate in cross-functional improvement projects, owning defined work streams and coordinating with team members to meet objectives.
• Identify and communicate potential risks and improvement opportunities, proposing options for review by senior engineers or management.
• Assist in resolving technical problems by developing and evaluating solution options and implementing approved changes.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering on prototype, development, and first article builds by providing manufacturability feedback and updating process documentation.
• Support Operations Program Management and P&L stakeholders by helping to define and refine processes, including those related to international operations and foreign customers.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, routings, and supporting documentation, ensuring alignment with engineering and quality requirements.
• Prepare and deliver clear technical and process-related communications to both technical and non-technical audiences at the team or department level.
• Contribute data and analysis to support capital requests, productivity initiatives, and early-stage digital or automation projects.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Salary range: 68, per year.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelor’s degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Preferred engineering disciplines include Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in manufacturing and production environment preferred. Defense and Aeronautical industry a plus.
• Experience working with engineering drawings and engineering/manufacturing BOMs.
• Hands-on experience supporting engineering change processes from request through implementation under moderate supervision.
• Practical experience applying basic Lean or Six Sigma tools (e.g., 5S, standard work, basic root cause analysis) to improve processes. Lean/Six Sigma Yellow Belt preferred or Green Belt a plus.
• Basic experience building or modifying simple discrete-event simulation models (e.g., Simio, Plant Simulation, Arena) to support analysis with oversight.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; ability to use spreadsheets for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP or similar) and basic AutoCAD tools for floor layouts and simple tooling desirable.
• Ability to perform time studies, basic work measurement, and simple capacity analysis with guidance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance is required.