General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 21 hours ago
Tooling Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$98K/yr - $171K/yr
6+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Tooling Engineer will develop tooling solutions and manufacturing processes to support the production of advanced unmanned aircraft systems, while also providing critical input during the aircraft design phase.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develops innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in engineering
Provides focal point for technical communication within the Company management and may represent the Company as the prime technical contact to customers and/or government regulatory agencies
Presents report(s) at engineering meetings, participates in program reviews and consults on problems
Provides expert guidance and consulting to other staff members working on difficult engineering problems
Anticipates future engineering needs and the modifications required to accomplish a technical goal
Addresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring novel and highly creative approaches drawing on advanced engineering concepts
May assume technical and engineering responsibility of the success of an identifiable project
Directs activities of design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff
Maintains 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; 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
Demonstrates extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals
Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance is required
I must be able to work both independently and in a team environment
Able to work extended hours as required
Proficiency in Siemens NX and CREO CAD packages for 3D modeling and drafting
Strong understanding of composite and metallic manufacturing processes, including lamination, machining, forming, additive manufacturing, bonding, and fastening
Functional understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) standards
Preferred
A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, and invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium are desirable
Experience with lean manufacturing and process optimization
Knowledge of automation and robotics in aerospace manufacturing
Exposure to flight operations and aircraft integration processes
Experience with structural (FEM) analysis to validate tooling designs and assess performance under operational conditions
Experience with PLM Systems, preferably TeamCenter or WindChill
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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