Project Systems Engineer - General Atomics and Affiliated Companies
Poway, CA
About the Job
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.
Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for determining and developing effective approaches for resolving a wide range of difficult engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at milestones or at completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff and makes technical presentations as required. May coordinate segments of a specific project and may have frequent inter- organization and customer contact on difficult technical issues. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may provide direction to less experienced professional staff.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Provide systems engineering and technical coordination for the development, fabrication, testing, integration, and maintenance of new or existing systems on GA-ASI, Unmanned Air Systems (UAS).
+ Determine the technical objectives for solution(s) to engineering problems.
+ Perform system analysis, generate requirements, and develop system architecture and designs.
+ Provide direction to technical staff and may lead a team of diverse, cross-functional staff.
+ Support the development of test plans and manage the integration, verification, and validation of systems through flight test.
+ Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, project coordination difficulties, and on-site integration and testing concerns.
+ Coordinate and interface with customers, contractors, and engineering groups assigned to projects.
+ Develop program plans, estimates, and schedules and execute programs in accordance with those plans.
+ Summarize and report weekly/monthly project status as well as effectively document and communicate project delays or issues with team members.
+ Provide support for proposals and white papers.
+ Represent the organization at technical reviews, meetings, and system level integrations.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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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 a broad understanding 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 be able to understand and apply new concepts quickly in a fast-paced, evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level, or with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to complex problems.
+ Must have strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals.
+ Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated, independent basis or in a team environment.
+ Must have ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings.
+ Must have ability to direct system-level design through interconnects and interface control documentation.
+ Experience with payload integration, software, datalinks, and computer networking is a plus.
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
Salary: $105,890 - $189,545 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 https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.
Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for determining and developing effective approaches for resolving a wide range of difficult engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at milestones or at completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff and makes technical presentations as required. May coordinate segments of a specific project and may have frequent inter- organization and customer contact on difficult technical issues. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may provide direction to less experienced professional staff.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Provide systems engineering and technical coordination for the development, fabrication, testing, integration, and maintenance of new or existing systems on GA-ASI, Unmanned Air Systems (UAS).
+ Determine the technical objectives for solution(s) to engineering problems.
+ Perform system analysis, generate requirements, and develop system architecture and designs.
+ Provide direction to technical staff and may lead a team of diverse, cross-functional staff.
+ Support the development of test plans and manage the integration, verification, and validation of systems through flight test.
+ Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, project coordination difficulties, and on-site integration and testing concerns.
+ Coordinate and interface with customers, contractors, and engineering groups assigned to projects.
+ Develop program plans, estimates, and schedules and execute programs in accordance with those plans.
+ Summarize and report weekly/monthly project status as well as effectively document and communicate project delays or issues with team members.
+ Provide support for proposals and white papers.
+ Represent the organization at technical reviews, meetings, and system level integrations.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
46145
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 a broad understanding 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 be able to understand and apply new concepts quickly in a fast-paced, evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level, or with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to complex problems.
+ Must have strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals.
+ Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated, independent basis or in a team environment.
+ Must have ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings.
+ Must have ability to direct system-level design through interconnects and interface control documentation.
+ Experience with payload integration, software, datalinks, and computer networking is a plus.
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
Salary: $105,890 - $189,545 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 https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.
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