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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 2 days ago

Research & Development Manufacturing Engineer

Adelanto, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$98K/yr - $171K/yr

6+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking an Experienced Manufacturing Engineer to provide comprehensive manufacturing support for various prototype and pre-production programs, focusing on tooling and manufacturing approaches to meet program objectives.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing Manufacturing Engineering support to GA-ASI programs/projects such as one-off part builds, pod composite assemblies and complete aircraft builds

Primarily function as a program/project-centered Manufacturing Engineer

Devise and implement manufacturing and tooling solutions for new and/or existing projects

Regularly interface with multi-disciplinary teams to execute project objectives

Provide proactive manufacturing solutions through tool design and part design/CAD review

Provide tooling and part estimates for a wide range of manufacturing efforts

Lead effort for acquiring and implementing tooling for respective projects

Oversee and provide direct on-the-floor support for part manufacturing and composite assembly

Coordinate metrology of parts, assemblies, and tooling

Design and incorporate shop aids to facilitate manufacturing

Author and incorporate manufacturing work instructions

Lead and/or participate in continuous improvement activities

May support new process development activities

Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information

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

Composite fabricationMetallic airframe assemblyEngineering principlesTool designProject coordinationCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsDocumentation skillsPresentation skillsTeamwork

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

Hands on experience with composite and metallic airframe fabrication and assembly

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

Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Clearance is required