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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 21 hours ago

Project Engineer MQ-9B DHS Programs

Poway, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$106K/yr - $190K/yr

7+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Project Engineer will provide systems engineering and technical management of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), acting as a key technical contact and leading engineering efforts to meet customer requirements.

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 managementProject leadershipEngineering principlesTechnical troubleshootingProfessional Engineering LicenseDoD Security ClearanceCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeamworkCustomer focusAdaptability

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

Demonstrates an 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 are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals

Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems

Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment

Able to work extended hours as required

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required