General Atomics Aeronautical Systems ยท 1 week ago
IR Designer and Analyst
Poway, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $171K/yr
4+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking an IR Designer and Analyst to support Infrared analysis and design across various platforms, focusing on modeling, analysis, and design optimization of IR signatures.
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Responsibilities
Significant experience in modeling and analyzing IR signature and design optimization
Assist in design development and iteration with other functional IPT stakeholders to meet LO requirements
Support the development and validation of IR test methodology. Will require the identification of acceptable measurement tools and development of processes
Perform IR analysis using industry standard tools
Generate performance assessments, risk identification and mitigation recommendations for GA developed designs
Familiarity with state of the art materials
Provide program planning and technical leadership to IRAD and CRAD projects targeting development and implementation of Survivability technologies
Ensure compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained. Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures
Observe all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company
Qualification
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
Experience with basic IR principles
Experience in developing and executing design of experiments
Strong written and oral communications skills
Strong team player with leadership potential qualities. The successful candidate will work under general supervision, following established procedures
Demonstrated technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice in a relevant industry and product
Must possess the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles
Preferred
Degree in in Electromagnetics, Chemistry, Physics preferred
Experience with Six Sigma techniques
Experience developing and fabricating composite structures with an emphasis on low observable materials and structures
Demonstrated experience integrating LO compatible systems into aircraft platforms
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Daniel Johnson
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Emory Lo
Sr Human Resource Business Partner
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