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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 3 days ago

Project Engineer MQ-9A DHS Programs

Poway, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$81K/yr - $142K/yr

4+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking an experienced Project Engineer for the MQ-9A Department of Homeland Security (DHS) engineering team, responsible for systems engineering and technical management of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Become a prime point of contact between the company and the customer for all technical matters

Develop an in-depth technical understanding of the entire aircraft and ground control system, which includes flight software, fuel, electrical and avionics systems, as well as datalink systems for command and control

Develop detailed system requirements that will be the foundation for new or improved UAS capabilities

Develop program plans, estimates, and schedules

Lead all necessary engineering design reviews, e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR

Provide chief technical directions to all other engineering groups within GA-ASI, ensuring company alignment of system requirements, design, and deliverables to meet customer requirements

Requires a very hands-on approach to engineering system design, test, verification & validation utilizing an UAS-representative integration lab

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 as required

Qualification

Systems engineeringUAS technical managementEngineering design reviewsEngineering concepts understandingProject managementProfessional Engineering LicenseDoD Security ClearanceCommunication skillsTeamworkProblem-solvingDocumentation skillsPresentation skillsInterpersonal skillsIndependent work

Required

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

Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties

Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an 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 a range of complex problems

Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks

Able to work extended hours as required

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required