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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 2 days ago

Project Engineer MQ-9B International Programs

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$98K/yr - $171K/yr

6+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems. They are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead development and fielding efforts for the MQ-9B SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian UAS for India, focusing on project execution, system integration, and collaboration with international stakeholders.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Leads hardware and software integration efforts for the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) flight environment

Leads and plans projects with diverse cross-functional engineering teams to successfully execute programs within budget and schedule

Develops system architectures tied to mission and performance requirements

Conducts and leads trade studies that results in design and architectures that meet mission needs

Develops, integrates and tests mission payloads, including Signals Intelligence, Communications Intelligence, Tactical Datalinks, Tactical Radios, and Anti-Submarine Warfare subsystems

Performs full lifecycle program execution from concept through airworthiness testing, certification and fielding

Actively plans, leads and participates in test events, including System Integration Lab (SIL), Ground and Flight Test phases

Develops and presents technical material for diverse audiences

Interfaces with US Government and International Customer stakeholders

Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems

Troubleshoots conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination elements, and special requirements

Understands and applies systems engineering principles; organizes project definitions in a top-down organized system engineering approach

Effectively applies Concept of Operations (CONOPs) to drive physical and functional design requirements

Actively supports proposal development through work scope definitions, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) organization and engineering estimation

Works collaboratively with global suppliers to include development of work packages, contract elements and collaboration work products

Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on related efforts, when required

May lead test execution to include interfacing with US Government test agencies and test ranges

Provides direction to technical teams and leads moderately experienced professional staff

Responsible for the execution and implementation of the engineering process: design, development, integration, test and performance verification

Manages program schedule and resource needs

Leads and develops program reviews, including SRR, PDR, CDR and Test Readiness reviews

Supports program capture and business development activities

Integrates and tests mission systems of varying maturity levels

Develops physical and functional data dissemination and data flows solutions

Generates airworthiness documentation and approvals, as required

Applies cyber security requirements including IATT and network security; interprets classification guidance, DD254s and related security related elements

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

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Systems EngineeringHardware IntegrationSoftware IntegrationProject ManagementSignals IntelligenceTactical DatalinksCommunications IntelligenceAnti-Submarine WarfareCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingDocumentation SkillsPresentation Skills

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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education

Must have a thorough 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 develop and communicate new concepts; 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 strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas

Capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and, lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects

Able to work extended hours as required

Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required