Description
Overview
General Atomics pioneers' technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product line within an incredible, dynamic environment.
Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.
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Job Summary
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 to join our team as a System Development & Test (SD&T) Engineer supporting the MQ-1C Gray Eagle program at our Poway, CA location. Under general direction with regular review, this position is responsible for applying innovative approaches to resolve unusual and complex engineering problems in the testing of new and emerging technologies for the MQ-1C Gray Eagle and other Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS).
This position is an excellent fit for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment with hands-on access to our industry-leading UAS.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform Test and Evaluation (T&E) activities and determine/develop various approaches to achieve T&E goals and help guide the completion of test activities.
Act as test engineer during test operations through lab, ground, and flight test. Test duties include system level T&E of hardware and software with emphasis placed on test asset coordination; generating test documentation; conducting and directing SIL, ground, and flight test; and providing ground and flight crew direction/leadership during tests events.
Support test plan working groups, technical reviews, and safety reviews.
Work side by side with Systems/Project/Software/other Functional Engineering groups on all associated documentation.
Communicate clearly in writing and verbally during all phases of flight test programs to include test plans, ground and flight test procedures/cards, test observations, and issues and test reports.
May be required to make technical presentations to project staff.
Support engineering staff to identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and aid in developing solutions to test and integration issues found during all phases of test utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
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 bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
Prior experience in a Test & Evaluation/Integration role for manned and/or unmanned aircraft platforms is highly desired.
Must have a thorough understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; Demonstrate the ability to follow and apply basic engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment.
Must be able to perform complex tasks in multiple engineering areas.
Able to work extended hours as required.
Able to obtain and maintain US DoD SECRET clearance is required.
25% travel is required.
Salary:
$62,510 - $105,628
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and diversified technologies company, founded in 1955 as a Division of General Dynamics and acquired by the Blue family in 1986. GA and affiliated companies operate on five continents and include GA Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI).
GA-ASI produces a series of unmanned aircraft and provides electro-optical, radar, signals intelligence, and automated airborne surveillance systems. GA’s Electromagnetic Systems Division produces electro-magnetic aircraft launch and recovery systems for the US Navy, satellite surveillance, electro-magnetic rail gun, high power laser, hypervelocity projectile, and power conversion systems.
GA is the principal private sector participant in thermonuclear fusion research through its internationally recognized DIII-D and inertial confinement programs for the US Department of Energy. GA developed the UCSD Supercomputer Center and has constructed more than 60 TRIGA nuclear research reactors in 24 countries. GA is a leader in development of next-generation nuclear fission and high-temperature materials technologies.
Other GA affiliates include General Atomics Europe GmbH with principal facilities in the German States of Saxony and Brandenburg, Heathgate Resources Pty Ltd (South Australia), GA Uranium Resources Group, and the GA-Honeywell uranium conversion partnership.
The company occupies 8+ million square feet of engineering, laboratory and manufacturing facilities and comprises over 13,000 employees.
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