General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 10 hours ago
Electrical System Analysis and Test Engineer
Poway, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$81K/yr - $142K/yr
4+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking an Electrical System Analysis and Test Engineer to plan and execute tests and analyses for aircraft electrical system design, while also providing direction to technical staff and documenting results.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develops and tests innovative but practical solutions to inform the design of aircraft subsystems, like electrical power, vehicle management/flight control, payloads, and lightning protection
Develops software and analytical tools in MATLAB and System Composer environments
Performs power characterization and power throughput testing for new payloads and avionics
Develops MATLAB/Simulink models to analyze system UARB (RS-422 serial communication bus) architecture
Develops novel tests and analytical methods as needed
Supports other engineers performing aircraft system level tests, like MIL-STD-704 (power quality) and aircraft battery characterization testing
Develops and delivers test equipment and test cable specifications to technicians and engineering aides for design and build
Performs system grounding analyses
Performs aircraft lightning zoning analysis and indirect effects analysis to determine aircraft susceptibility to lightning
Performs signal integrity testing for GPS, 1PPS, and serial repeaters
Documents and presents test and analysis results to program and/or other engineers
Performs electrical loads analysis for aircraft power budget
Presents reports at engineering meetings, develops presentations, and participates in program reviews
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; 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
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
Must have excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment
Able to work extended hours as required
Experience with test equipment (Oscilloscopes, power supplies, load banks, data acquisition (DAQ) instruments, other) is required
Ability to occasionally travel is required
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required
Preferred
Experience with FAA Regulations, NATO Standards, Military Specifications, and other aerospace industry standards is desired
Experience with system level test is highly desired
Experience with system modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink, System Composer, etc.) is highly desired
Experience with Git and version control software/systems is desired
Familiarity with EMI/EMC concepts is desired
Experience with Ansys and other EMI/EMC analytical tools is desired
Experience with scripting languages (Python, other) is desired
Experience with aircraft electrical systems is highly desired
Familiarity with GA-ASI products is 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 EnergyTechstars,Techstars Ventures
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Daniel Johnson
UK PROTECTOR Test Manager
Emory Lo
Sr Human Resource Business Partner
Recent News
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