Design Support Check Supervisor

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 position is responsible for leading the daily operations of a team in the design and drafting functions. Plans and coordinates activities to meet company and contractual requirements. Leads and participates in the design of components, portions of a functional system, or technically advanced prototypes. Develops current documentation and reports to reflect department activity. Contributes to the establishment of operating policies and procedures for the function. Participate in the development of current and long-term objectives. May be responsible for decisions that impact the department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the planning and development of standard design and drafting processes and tools.
• Monitor design and drafting activities for compliance with company and/or contractual requirements.
• Participate in the development of basic data, preliminary layouts, sketches, and notes necessary to present design proposals.
• Investigate pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, and contractual specification requirements and cost.
• Review completed layouts and drawings for clarity, completeness, conformity to standards, and accuracy.
• Coordinate with appropriate engineering and project personnel to resolve schedule and priority conflicts within budget.
• Identify design issues and recommend revisions and/or improvements in design layout. Implement and maintain design and drafting standards, manuals, procedures and formats.
• Review maintenance contracts. Determine hardware, plotters, and operating system software.
• Interact with management on decisions relating to engineering data management including both document control and CAD.
• Participate in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources to ensure the availability of the required technical talent.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.

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 education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a Bachelors degree and six or more years of progressive experience in design. Additional professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must have a good working knowledge of design and drafting principles, regulations and practices as well as sound knowledge of CAD and Windows software and operating systems.
• Must have proven leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines.
• Must possess the ability to resolve technical and management issues along with strong verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report and present findings.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills to effectively interface with employees, management, and outside representatives as well as excellent computer skills.
• The ability to work independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.