Job Description

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. **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 events and 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 have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for an experienced Project Engineer within our Department of Homeland Security (DHS) engineering team, providing systems engineering and technical management of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). **DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Coordinate and interface with customers, contractors, and engineering groups assigned to projects. + Support operation of engineering systems and document any problems. + Lead troubleshooting efforts with on-site personnel to resolve technical issues in the field. + Will require travel to field sites to provide on-site engineering expertise. + Develop program plans, estimates, and schedules. + Perform system analysis, generate requirements, and develop system designs. + Provide technical support for integration, verification, and validation of new and existing systems, both in the integration lab and in the field. + Develop and present technical material for review with customers. + Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects. + Provide direction to design or technical staff while collaborating with program management and other functional areas. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. 49625 **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; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. + Demonstrates a detailed and 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 to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals; the capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact; and, the ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals. + Must be customer focused and able to work on a self- initiated basis or in a team environment. + Able to work extended hours and travel as required. + A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium, and invited and/or participated on an engineering review panel are desirable. + Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required. **Salary:** $116,480 - $208,505 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Desired **Clearance Level** Secret **Workstyle** Hybrid General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.

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