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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 7 hours ago

Tooling Engineer

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$106K/yr - $190K/yr

7+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems. The Tooling Engineer will develop tooling solutions for aircraft production and integration while providing critical input during the design phase to ensure manufacturability and efficient assembly.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develops innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in engineering

Provides focal point for technical communication within the Company management and may represent the Company as the prime technical contact to customers and/or government regulatory agencies

Presents report(s) at engineering meetings, participates in program reviews and consults on problems

Provides expert guidance and consulting to other staff members working on difficult engineering problems

Anticipates future engineering needs and the modifications required to accomplish a technical goal

Addresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring novel and highly creative approaches drawing on advanced engineering concepts

May assume technical and engineering responsibility of the success of an identifiable project

Directs activities of design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff

Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information

Performs other duties as assigned

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

Siemens NXCREO CADManufacturing processesGD&T standardsLean manufacturingAutomation in aerospaceStructural analysisPLM SystemsProblem-solvingCommunication skillsCollaboration abilitiesDetail-oriented

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

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

Demonstrates 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

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance is required

I must be able to work both independently and in a team environment

Able to work extended hours as required

Proficiency in Siemens NX and CREO CAD packages for 3D modeling and drafting

Strong understanding of composite and metallic manufacturing processes, including lamination, machining, forming, additive manufacturing, bonding, and fastening

Functional understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) standards