Technician, Electrical Engineering

San Diego, California, United States

• Category: Electrical Engineering

Description

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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 (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for a multi-disciplinary Technician to join our Electrical Technologies team located in Rancho Bernardo. We are looking for a motivated, talented, and experienced individual with experience working with complex electro-mechanical assemblies who thrives in a fast-paced, Research and Development (R&D) environment. The successful candidate will report to an EE Design Team Supervisor and alongside high-caliber staff, will be engaged in the support and new development of GA-EMS technologies and products, including High Energy Laser (HEL) Systems, specialized power conditioning systems, advanced electro-optic sensors, space-based optical communication systems, cutting-edge technology ventures into “New Space,” and a variety of other technologies in the expanding product portfolio of GA-EMS.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assemble breadboards, prototypes, electro-mechanical assemblies, and electrical test fixtures in support of electrical engineers using soldering equipment, power, and hand tools.

Test, maintain and improve electronics circuits, electrical power systems, RF devices and systems.

Assemble, modify, and install precision mechanical assemblies and plumbing including high performance cooling systems

Diagnose and identify failures in custom and Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) electronics assemblies.

Bring-up high voltage test stations, conduct electrical testing and perform data collection using standard electrical measurement devices such as Voltmeters, Oscilloscopes etc.

Assemble complex cable harnesses, install cables and wire as part of complex interconnect systems.

Execute Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs) for complex Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) and large electronic modules.

Records and reports experimental or test data, observing data for anomalies, preparing summaries of data via written tabulations, charts, graphs, and reports as necessary.

May assist in the design of complex equipment and provide input regarding assembly and manufacturing practices.

May serve as Lead Technician in work area on a large program, including offsite or during shift work.

Performs 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 associate's degree or equivalent with training from the military and/or a trade school and twelve or more years of experience.

Analytical Ability to interpret detailed instructions, schematics, drawings, and specifications.

Must possess good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills to enable an effective interface with other professionals and produce appropriate documentation.

Special skills and expertise to use complex equipment or experimental techniques.

Ability to diagnose complex mechanical/electrical problems and find effective solutions.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance is required.

High Voltage (> 50 Volts) testing experience is highly desired.

Experience with optical systems and lasers is highly desired.

Salary:

$79,150 - $120,880

Company

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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.