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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 4 hours ago

Project Engineer MQ-9B Qatar Program

Poway, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

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 tactical reconnaissance. They are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to manage technical execution phases of the MQ-9B program, oversee contract activities, and ensure successful integration and delivery of UAS to the customer.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage technical execution phases of MQ-9B program from proposal through delivery of the UAS to the Customer

Represents the organization as a technical contact for the program including frequent interface with senior members of the Customer and GA-ASI organizations

Formulates plans and guides the development and implementation of engineering solution(s) including resource requirements, integration, configuration, testing, documentation, and export compliance

Must manage functional groups to meet program objectives, while monitoring budget and schedule constraints

Advises or directs the activities of assigned project(s)/program(s) to achieve technical objectives

Responsible to coordinate with sub-contractors and vendors to achieve successful integration, test, and delivery of UAS to Customer

Provides leadership for a project/program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced professional staff or team of professional staff

Contribute to the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities through Customer engagement and responses to Customer inquiries

Manage the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information

Promote teamwork and coordination between various functional groups and business units

Travel up to 25% is required to support customer meetings which will occur both in the US and OCONUS

Plan for future applications of solutions based on IRAD activity and new developments in engineering technology

Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information

Ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained

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

Engineering ConceptsMQ-9B System KnowledgeProject ManagementDoD Security ClearanceTechnical Roadmap UnderstandingIntegrationTest ExperienceCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeamworkDocumentation 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

Preferred

A Professional Engineering License and original work published in professional engineering journals are desirable

MQ-9B system and program knowledge

A strong understanding of MQ-9B and Customer technical roadmap

Experience leading development, integration, and test of new capabilities or technologies

Experience with production oversight, payload integration, and fielding experience preferred

Experience with USAF MQ-9 FMS program office, other USG program offices, and international customer(s)

Knowledge of DoD and/or NATO requirements generation and military system acquisition processes is highly desirable

Extensive knowledge in project management practices and principles is preferred

Candidate is desired to have experience with Product Management, Proposal Development, Basis of Estimation, Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)

A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to a national or international engineering symposium, and invited to Chair engineering review panels as a technical expert are desirable