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General Atomics · 3 weeks ago

Project Engineer, MQ-9B Taiwan Program

Poway California

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$81K/yr - $142K/yr

4+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. This role is responsible for developing effective approaches to resolve complex engineering problems and working with engineering leadership and program management to execute development, test, and sustainment programs for customers.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Supports operation of engineering systems and documents any problems

Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems

Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements

Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required

May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects

Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff

Maintains the 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

Engineering conceptsProblem-solvingTechnical presentationsProfessional Engineering LicenseProject managementComputer skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeamworkDocumentation skills

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

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 excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks

Able to work extended hours as required

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required