Project Staff Engineer - SAT COM Data links

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.

With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude for initiating and developing designs, procedures, techniques and solution to resolving advanced technical engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of broad specifications, objectives, possible results anticipated and critical reference points requiring special attention. Guides the successful resolution of engineering problems, serves as a consulting resource of engineering knowledge, applies the latest technological advancements to the problem, and may function in a project leadership role. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff, makes technical presentations, and may represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small identifiable projects. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary network engineer for SATCOM datalink system, overseeing all sustainment activities and requirements.
• Implement, and maintain network architecture supporting SATCOM ground, space, and communications systems.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize connectivity for high-availability and low-latency communication.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate SATCOM datalink network solutions with other systems and platforms.
• Ensure network security and compliance with relevant standards, including encryption and access controls.
• Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, diagrams, and procedures.
• Support upgrades, migrations, and new technology deployments related to the SATCOM datalink.
• Provide technical expertise and training to team members and stakeholders.
• Participate in after-hours support and incident response as needed.

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; 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 some experience in project leadership.
• 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 professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
• Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Able to work extended hours as required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in network engineering, preferably with satellite or aerospace communications networks.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, hardware, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with secure communications, satellite networks, and low earth orbit technologies is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with network security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.
• A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, and invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium are desirable