California

Job Summary

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a System Engineer with nuclear experience to join our team located in San Diego, CA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Lead and support multiple integrated product teams for the development of prototype systems through design, integration and test with particular focus on nuclear supporting technologies.

* Using a SysML tool, like Cameo, to produce system models which includes developing the standard 9 diagrams of activity, block definition, internal block, package, parametric, requirement, sequence, state machine and use cases.

* Provides adaptable support to the systems engineering organization. Responsibilities may include direct program systems engineering support, proposal development, or support to internal development tasks.

* Lead system engineering team through development of system, subsystem, and assembly requirements, ICDs, test plans/procedures and other system engineering artifacts ensuring adherence to nuclear industry standards and regulatory compliance (DOE).

* Using a SysML tool (e.g. Cameo), collaborate with all levels of program and engineering staff on design, integration and test matters and support other teams/disciplines as necessary to produce system models which include developing the standard 9 types of diagrams including block definition, internal block definition, activity, and state diagrams.

* Support program design and readiness reviews including presenting at these reviews.

* Opportunities will arise to support internal development and new business opportunities.

* Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems.

* Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements.

* Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.

* May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects.

* Interface with customers during program shaping, Con Ops development, and requirements derivation activities.

* Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.

* 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.

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

Top Secret

Pay Range Low

105,890

City

San Diego

Clearance Required?

Desired

Pay Range High

189,545

Recruitment Posting Title

Nuclear Systems Engineer

Job Qualifications

* Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

* Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with experience in project leadership.

* Experience with nuclear systems development, including familiarity with key nuclear performance metrics such as the 6 factor formula.

* Experience leading the development, assembly, integration and testing for a system which will undergo verification and validation including creation of system engineering and test artifacts.

* Familiarity with NQA-1 standards.

* Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.

* Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or…