Engineer III

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 located in Poway, CA for an experienced Project Engineer in the MQ-9 Communications and Networks Group.  This position supports all MQ-9 UAS customers to supply advance networking and communications capabilities across the board, such as Remote Split Operations (RSO) supported by the Remote Operations Network (RONET) product and jam resistant data links using Proliferated Low Earth Orbiting (PLEO) Satellites.

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
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in engineering.
• Provides focal point for technical communication within the Company management and may represent the Company as the prime technical contact to customers and/or government regulatory agencies.
• Presents report(s) at engineering meetings, participates in program reviews and consults on problems.
• Provides expert guidance and consulting to other staff members working on difficult engineering problems.
• Anticipates future engineering needs and the modifications required to accomplish a technical goal.
• Addresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring novel and highly creative approaches drawing on advanced engineering concepts.
• May assume technical and engineering responsibility of the success of an identifiable project.
• Directs activities of 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.
• Supports the development of project plans, including Integrated Master Schedules (ISM), Bills of Material (BOM) and Basis of Estimation (BOE) for labor hours and deliverables to be included in a proposal response.
• Leads integration and flight test activities for a range of advanced networking and communications capabilities into unmanned aircraft and related systems.
• Full lifecycle program execution from concept through airworthiness testing, certification, and fielding for Remote Split Operations and other communications and networking projects.
• Ability to travel about 25% domestic and international is required. 
• Experience with Microsoft Office Product including Visio is required.

Highlights Working For GA-ASI:

• This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
• This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs.
• Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to discounted tickets for amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
• Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

 

• 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; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree.  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.
• 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.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Security Clearance is required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Microsoft suite proficiency.   
• Local and Wide Area Data Networking, Telecommunications and or RF/Satellite Communications systems.
• Integrating capabilities such as EO/IR, EW, Tactical Datalinks, and IFF systems.
• Cyber Security and Government Test Authorization Approval.
• Cisco Certifications, such as CCNA, CCIE, CCNP, CCDE or equivalent
• Familiarity with Government Engineering Change Proposal (CR/CN) Process.
• Development of project plans, including Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Bills of Materials (BOM) and Basis of Estimations (BOE) for labor hours and deliverables to be included in a proposal response.
• Product Lifecycle Management tools (such as Windchill or Jama).