General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 2 days ago
Mechanical Engineer System Integration Advanced Programs / Special Programs
Poway, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$81K/yr - $142K/yr
4+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The role involves resolving engineering problems, directing technical staff, and ensuring effective operation of engineering systems.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
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
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
Able to support testing and manufacturing of design solutions including: test planning, test execution; test results interpretation and documentation, manufacturing for prototype and production
Ability to read, understand, and generate engineering drawings of different levels using Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning principals and Model Based Definition (MBD) is also required
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
Use of CREO, Windchill, and Simulate is required. Ability to utilize Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint is also required
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required
Preferred
A Professional Engineering License is desirable
Siemens NX, Teamcenter, and Simcenter is highly desired
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
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
UK PROTECTOR Test Manager
Emory Lo
Sr Human Resource Business Partner
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