Mechanical Mechanism 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 skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our Mechanisms group in Poway, CA supporting the development, qualification, and sustainment of unmanned aircraft.

In this role, the Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with the engineering staff in the design, analysis (kinematic and structural), investigation, and solution of engineering problems related to aircraft mechanisms of flight controls, utility, and deployment systems. Such scope may include requirements derivation, design conceptualization, detail design, analysis, manufacturing support, test support, and sustaining support. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and reviewed largely at intermediate milestones.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designs aircraft mechanisms interfacing flight controls, utility, deployable equipment and other actuated systems.
• Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems.
• Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff, and makes technical presentations.
• May provide direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.
• May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects.
• Independently performs difficult/complex engineering work with instructions as to the general expected results.
• May support implementation and verification of mechanical solutions on aircraft during aircraft build and flight testing.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• 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 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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a thorough understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
• Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
• Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas; capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and, lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• A Professional Engineering License and original work published in professional engineering journals are desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.