General Atomics Aeronautical Systems ยท 1 day ago
Design Checker MQ-9B SeaGuardian
Poway, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$79K/yr - $121K/yr
4+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking a Design Checker to join the MQ-9B SeaGuardian team, responsible for checking complex design and documentation packages for compliance with established drawing standards.
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Responsibilities
Check documentation of fabricated items, schematics, assemblies, Source Control Drawings (SCD's), and Vendor Item Control Drawings (VICDs) to ensure conformance to design documentation supplied by engineering and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
Verify fit, form, and function for completeness and consistency of dimensioning on drawings
Perform tolerance stack up analysis in support of drawing features dimensioned
Recommend changes to the Drafting Room Manual and Standard Drawing Notes
Collaborate with other checkers to ensure consistency and completeness of checking practices
Confers with engineering to resolve drawing and design issues
May confer with other disciplines, e.g., quality, manufacturing, and configuration management to resolve drawing, design, and PDM related issues
Additional functions or other duties as assigned or required
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
Required
Typically requires an Associate's degree in a related technical field and four or more years with progressively complex experience as an Electrical/Mechanical drawing checker. Equivalent additional work experience as an Electrical/Mechanical drawing checker may be substituted in lieu of education
Must demonstrate a basic understanding of ASME Y14.100-2017 and ASME Y14.5-2018 (GD&T), and experience with a PDM
Ability to be an integral member in a team environment that interacts with other disciplines
The ability to read and interpret detailed guidelines, procedures, engineering instructions, drawings, and specifications
Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to work with employees within and outside the department
Analytical ability to identify and define issues, research drawing history, specifications, establish facts, and draw conclusions
Ability to track workload and provide status on Initial Release (IR) and Change Notice (CN) packages checked and being checked
Able to work independently or in a team environment
Benefits
401(k) (with company match)
Company pension
On site cafeterias
Gyms and outdoor recreation centers
Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to discounted tickets for amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park
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
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