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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 5 days ago

Project Engineer MQ-9B Germany Program

Poway, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$116K/yr - $209K/yr

10+ 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 Project Engineer to contribute to the planning, managing, and technical aspects of the MQ-9B International Programs Engineering team, focusing on system requirements and program plans.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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

Collaborate with professional staff for assigned project(s)/program(s) to achieve technical objectives

Liaison with functional groups to develop and resolve integration solutions to meet program objectives while monitoring budget and schedule constraints

Serves as a key team member and may represent the organization, project, or program as a technical contact for the engineering team

Determines annual and multi-year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or project(s)/program(s)

Participate in internal and external technical program reviews

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

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

Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information

Performs other duties as assigned

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

Qualification

Engineering degreeMQ-9B system knowledgeProject managementDoD security clearanceTechnical expertiseInterpersonal skillsFielding experienceProposal developmentEarned Value ManagementCommunication skillsLeadership skillsTeamworkCustomer focus

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; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education

Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application 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 possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment

Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals

Capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact; and, the ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals

Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment

Able to work extended hours and travel as required

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required

Preferred

A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium, and invited and/or participated on an engineering review panel are desirable

MQ-9B system and program knowledge preferred

Experience supporting development, integration, and testing new capabilities or technologies

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

Experience with USAF 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 of 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)