General Atomics · 5 hours ago
Senior Software Systems Project Engineer International Programs
Poway California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$106K/yr - $190K/yr
8+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking a Software and Systems Engineering focused Project Engineer to lead software integration efforts for the MQ-9B Program, coordinating with engineering teams and managing project execution.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Leads software integration efforts for the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) flight environment
Leads and plans projects with diverse cross-functional engineering teams to successfully execute programs within budget and schedule
Develop software system plans and architectures tied to mission and performance requirements
Effectively applies Concept of Operations (CONOPs) to drive functional design requirements
Develop capability-level software requirements for country-specific aircraft and ground segment configurations
Plan and manage resolution to Certifiable Test Observations and Issues (CTOIs) in coordination with Software Functional Engineering leads
Conducts and leads trade studies that results in design and software and data architectures that meet mission needs
Performs full lifecycle program execution from concept through airworthiness testing, certification and fielding
Actively plans, leads and participates in test events, including System Integration Lab (SIL), Ground and Flight Test phases
Develops and presents technical material for diverse audiences
Interfaces with US Government and International Customer stakeholders
Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems
Troubleshoots conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination elements, and special requirements
Understands and applies systems engineering principles; organizes project definitions in a top-down organized system engineering approach
Responsible for the execution and implementation of the engineering process: design, development, integration, test and performance verification
Manages program schedule and resource needs
Leads and develops program reviews, including SRR, PDR, CDR and Test Readiness reviews
Develops functional data dissemination and data flows solutions
Generates airworthiness documentation and approvals, as required
Applies cyber security requirements including IATT and network security; interprets classification guidance, DD254s and related security related elements
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
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; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education
Demonstrates a detailed and 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
Able to work extended hours and travel as required, to include international travel to India
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required
Ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals
Capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact
Ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals
Must be customer focused
Able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
10001+ 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
Wayne Solomon
Vice President, Magnetic Fusion Energy
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