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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 1 day ago

Senior Mechanical CAD Designer

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

13+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical CAD Designer to design metallic and composite mounting structures for avionics and payloads in remotely piloted aircraft, optimizing various engineering considerations.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Applies technical knowledge to design, investigate and resolve assigned design problems utilizing standard engineering and design standards

Utilizes 3D computer aided design (CAD) software for design solutions and drawings

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of configuration management of large assemblies

Creates documentation and presents engineering changes to the change control board

Performs tolerance analysis and demonstrates thorough understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Performs hands-on investigation of problems and validation of solutions

Creates and presents design review documentation to engineering management

Interacts with designers and engineers across multiple disciplines

May direct the activities of lower-level designers

Maintains the 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

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

3D CAD softwareProEngineer/CREONXGeometric DimensioningTolerancingEngineering design principlesMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointHands-on skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Typically requires an Associates degree or a certificate from a recognized organization indicating completion of training in ProEngineer/CREO, NX, CATIA or IDEAS design software plus thirteen or more years of progressive experience utilizing CAD software with at least five of those years spent utilizing ProEngineer/CREO, NX, CATIA, IDEAS or related engineering design software

Must have a complete and in-depth understanding of engineering design concepts and principles and possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly, applying them accurately throughout an evolving environment

Must have aptitude and demonstrated design experience utilizing 3D CAD engineering software for design and drawing creation

Must be a self-starter, highly motivated, and have mechanical aptitude

Must be able to organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases, and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems

Must have excellent communication, documentation, presentation, computer, interpersonal and hands-on skills

Must have a working knowledge and application of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Security Clearance is required

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team