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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 1 day ago

Air Vehicle Conceptual Design Engineer

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$128K/yr - $229K/yr

10+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems. They are seeking an Air Vehicle Conceptual Design Engineer responsible for applying innovative engineering approaches to complex problems and leading technical efforts in aircraft design and analysis.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Determines technical objectives for solution(s) to advanced technical engineering problems

Independently performs difficult/complex engineering work with instructions as to the general expected results

Designs new air vehicles and modifications to improve existing air vehicles

Develops analysis tools and perform mathematical modeling of air vehicles

Identifies and evaluates technologies which enable marketable new products

Will include: Conceptual air vehicle design, multi-disciplinary design optimization, aircraft sizing, trade study execution, sensitivity analysis, requirements development, mathematical modeling, documentation and briefing senior management on results

Will function in a technical leadership role for the project/program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced professional staff or team of professional staff

May include: team leadership, proposal execution, cost modeling, aircraft performance analysis, operational analysis, simulation development, data science, strategic and project planning, customer interaction

May represent the organization as a prime technical contact within and engineering team for assigned project(s)/program(s)

May participate in or may lead the development of new or expansion of existing business opportunities

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

Aircraft conceptual designMATLABPythonOptimization toolsDoD Security ClearanceLeadership experienceAnalytical skillsCommunication 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; fifteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, thirteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or ten or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education

Strong analytical and communication skills

Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance required

Strong communication, writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to effectively interface with other departments, customers and/or professionals

Able to work extended hours as required