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General Atomics · 4 hours ago

Simulations System Engineer

Poway California

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior 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 Simulations System Engineer is responsible for applying innovative approaches to resolve complex engineering problems, developing UAS Simulator solutions, and providing direction to design and technical staff.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develops UAS Simulator solutions in response to customer specific Simulator / Trainer requirements

Supports operation of engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues

Troubleshoots, analyzes, and repairs systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles

Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required

Directs the activities of designers, technicians and may direct the activities of less experienced professional staff

May represent the organization in providing solutions to technical issues associated with specific projects

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

Engineering concepts understandingUAS Simulator solutionsTechnical presentationsProfessional Engineering LicenseProblem-solving skillsComputer skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeamworkDocumentation 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; 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 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

Able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas

Capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and, lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects

Able to work extended hours as required

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required