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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 8 hours ago

Project Engineer MQ-9B International Program

Poway, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$98K/yr - $171K/yr

4+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance. The Project Engineer will be responsible for planning and managing the MQ-9B International Programs Engineering team, ensuring system requirements are met and supporting development and testing activities.

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 solution based on IRAD activity and new developments in engineering technology

Travel up to 25% is required to support meetings which will take place 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 degreeEngineering conceptsDoD security clearanceProject managementMQ-9B system knowledgeCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solving

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 a DoD security clearance is required