General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 13 hours ago
PC Board Designer
Poway, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$105K/yr - $161K/yr
6+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking a PC Board Designer to assist in the design and development of complex printed circuit boards, providing technical solutions and leadership in design processes.
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Responsibilities
Provides leadership in developing practicable and innovative PC board design solutions for assigned complex products and components of products
Interacts with engineering staff on PC board design concepts and progress
May be assigned PC board design oversight of a project or program
Using CAD specialty engineering design software PADS Power PCB and PADS Power Logic (PCAD 8.5 optional), develops complex Schematics, PC board layouts and drawings, and details related structural assemblies and devices
Validates conformity to design standards and specifications and identifies design errors and other deficiencies, and recommends changes
Makes engineering computations and develops designs utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software, and makes adjustments in drawings and specifications
Provides documentation including schematics and PC board layouts and identifies design issues
Archives engineering data files per company configuration control procedures, and interacts with PCB vendors to coordinate the manufacturing of PC boards and electronic assemblies
May provide direction to less experienced PC board designers and support staff
Remains current in CAD techniques, ANSI Y4.15 drawing principles, IPC Standards or equivalent, as well as appropriate specialty design software and associated applications
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
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires an Associates degree or a training certificate from a recognized organization indicating completion of training in basic electronics technology and in CAD design software and six or more years of progressive experience designing PC boards utilizing CAD engineering design software
Must have a complete and in-depth understanding and wide application of PC board design concepts and drawing principles, including ANSI Y4.15 and IPC Standards, and demonstrate a very high skill level using CAD engineering software
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly, applying them accurately throughout an evolving environment
Must be able to organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases
Must also be able to determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide creative solutions to a wide range of highly complex problems
Must have strong communication, documentation, archiving and interpersonal skills while being able to work independently and as part of a team
Must be able to work extended hours as required
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
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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
2026-02-12
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