General Atomics · 5 hours ago
Senior Project Engineer – Air Force Special Ops (A2E)
Poway California
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $171K/yr
4+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems is a leader in aerospace innovation, seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join their Air Force Special Operations Forces team. The role involves leading innovative projects, providing hands-on support for testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead innovative projects that push the boundaries of engineering and technology
Provide hands-on support for lab, ground, and flight test events as well as customer training sessions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges
Present findings and recommendations to engineering management, USAF Program Office, and USAF/AFSOC Leadership
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
Extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles
Experience with contractual documents and requirements
A passion for solving advanced technical problems and leading impactful projects
Expertise in systems engineering processes, system architecture, and verification and validation techniques
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide teams
A customer-focused mindset that drives innovative solutions
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Preferred
Experience in software engineering, systems engineering, unmanned systems, or aircraft simulators
Prior DoD experience or experience in regulated industries
Familiarity with system ground and flight testing
A Professional Engineering License or published works are a plus
Benefits
Employer-supported healthcare plans
401(k) with company match
Company pension plan
On-site cafeterias
Gyms
Outdoor recreation centers
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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