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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 6 hours ago

Mechanical Systems Designer

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$87K/yr - $133K/yr

13+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking a Mechanical Systems Designer to participate in the development of landing gear systems, utilizing 3-D CAD modeling and drafting to create engineering drawings and design solutions.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Using guidance from engineers, conceptualize and communicate with CAD models design solutions that meet program requirements

Make evaluations and calculations such as tolerance stack up, part-to-part interface compatibility, and producibility

Create engineering drawing types including but not limited to test, detail parts, assembly and installation, suitable for use in fabrication and assembly of aircraft components

Create engineering change requests and change notices to facilitate quick and efficient revisions to engineering drawings, including participation in the drawing release process

May be assigned design oversight of a sizeable portion of a project or program

Validates conformity to design standards and specifications and identifies design errors and other deficiencies and recommends changes

Remains current in CAD techniques and any applicable state of the art engineering design software applications

Coordinates and directs the activities of less experienced designers and support staff

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

Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required

Qualification

ProEngineerCATIAIDEAS3-D CAD modelingEngineering design conceptsComputer skillsCommunication skillsDocumentation skillsPresentation skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Typically requires an Associates degree or a certificate from a recognized organization indicating completion of training in ProEngineer, CATIA or IDEAS design software plus thirteen or more years of progressive experience utilizing CAD software with at least five of those years spent utilizing ProEngineer, CATIA, IDEAS or related engineering design software. Additional education may be substituted in lieu of work experience

Must have a complete and thorough understanding of engineering design concepts and principles and possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly, applying them accurately throughout an evolving environment

Must be able to organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases

Must also be able to determine the appropriate approach at the task level or at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex and diverse problems

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

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team and be able to work extended hours as required

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security clearance is required