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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 1 week ago

Survivability Materials and Process Engineer

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$106K/yr - $190K/yr

6+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Materials and Process Engineer will support composites manufacturing facilities by developing innovative processing and fabrication techniques for advanced composite materials.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and implement materials and processes that minimize radar, infrared, and visual signatures of products

Conduct research and analysis to identify and evaluate new materials and technologies for low observables applications

Create test plans and coordinate fabrication and testing related to coupon testing in support of material properties generation

Support material selection and application for LO-critical features

Partner with manufacturing and quality teams to develop RM&S plans

Provide engineering guidance for repairs, rework, and sustainment of LO features

Ensure LO features meet export control, security, and configuration-control requirements

Participate in design reviews, technical reviews, and cross-functional coordination

Provide technical direction to junior LO engineers and cross-discipline teams

Communicate complex LO technical concepts to program management and customers

Support the development of advanced composite hardware and vehicle designs

Develop material and process specifications through collaboration with Manufacturing and Vendors to guide engineers in selecting appropriate materials by drawing from military standards, industry standards and material engineering experience

Support manufacturing with materials related failure investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions by the inspection, analysis and testing of parts

Support Continuous Improvement initiatives and provide support to sustaining manufacturing of production hardware to improve the quality and reduce cost of production

Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Low Observables EngineeringAdvanced Signature TechnologiesComposite Materials DevelopmentRCS TheoryIR Signature FundamentalsAerospace Manufacturing ExperienceLeadership PotentialTechnical CommunicationTeam 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; 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

6+ years of experience in Low Observables, Survivability Engineering, or Advanced Signature Technologies

Must have a complete 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 understand new concepts quickly; 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 written and oral communications skills

Must be a strong team player with leadership potential qualities

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

Hands-on experience integrating LO features into airframe or subsystems

Strong understanding of RCS theory, electromagnetic scattering, and IR signature fundamentals

Experience with LO testing, RCS ranges, IR test setups, and data analysis

Prior experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment

Ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security clearance is required