General Atomics · 3 hours ago
Associate Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$63K/yr - $106K/yrGeneral Atomics (GA) is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development. They are seeking an Associate Engineer to support the engineering staff in analyzing and resolving routine engineering problems within the Inertial Fusion Technology group.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Applies basic technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned routine engineering problems
Performs functional testing of equipment and systems by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles
Obtains and analyzes test data
Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions, and communicates results to project engineering staff. May be required to make technical presentations to project staff
May provide direction to design staff or technicians
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
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 in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education
Understand and apply general scientific principles. Be willing to learn and explore new scientific approaches
Must be able to pass a fit test for wearing a Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) due to routine work with radiological materials; employment is contingent upon successful completion of this fit test
Must demonstrate: (1) technical expertise and application of scientific principles, concepts, theory, and practice; (2) the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones; and (3) effective in a team environment but have ability to perform with high level of independence
Must be able to stand for extended periods, safely climb up and down ladders, and lift up to 60 pounds using appropriate equipment and safety procedures
Preferred
A degree in Physical Science is desirable, in areas such as Physics, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Nano Engineering
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance is highly desired
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
Founded in 1955
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyTechstars,Techstars Ventures
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Wayne Solomon
Vice President, Magnetic Fusion Energy
Recent News
2026-01-19
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