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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 1 day ago

Electrical Engineer System Design

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$81K/yr - $142K/yr

4+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Electrical Engineer System Design will support engineering staff in analyzing and resolving engineering problems, while developing innovative solutions for advanced technical systems.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develops innovative but practical solutions for advanced technical systems, including electrical power systems, vehicle management/flight control systems, payload subsystems, etc

Architects electrical systems, evaluates electrical circuits and their operation at a system level, develops aircraft power budgets, evaluates equipment for compliance to GA-ASI requirements, etc

Provides technical direction to internal functional engineering disciplines and vendors

Develops and presents reports and technical briefs that clearly communicate complex technical concepts during engineering meetings and program reviews

May function in an advisory or leadership role for a project/program

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

Addresses technical issues requiring novel and creative approaches drawing on engineering concepts

Participates in 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

Electrical engineering conceptsAircraft electrical systemsFAA RegulationsNATO StandardsMilitary SpecificationsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsTeamworkProblem-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; 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 general understanding of electrical engineering concepts, such as power, grounding, analog/digital circuitry, databus architectures, etc., experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts, and ability to expand knowledge of related concepts, theories, and practices

Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables

Must be able to approach problems via core engineering principles and by examining, understanding, and thoroughly explaining complex technical concepts to engineers and other professional staff

Must be able to develop new analyses, processes, and documents that allow other engineers to approach similar problems more efficiently in the future

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

Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment

All applicants must be current US Citizens for this position and must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required

Able to work extended hours as required

Able to travel to flight test facilities in Southern California, Arizona, and other locations as required