About the position
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We are looking for experienced project engineers to support research and development efforts for a next generation UAS. This position reports to an Engineering Manager in the Advanced Programs Office. As part of a matrix organization, this position will work closely with the Chief Engineer and the Integrated Product Team (IPT) leaders working to develop a next generation Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. Major areas of development include airframe, vehicle management systems, electrical power systems, communications and payload systems, fuel systems, landing gear, as well as actuators and mechanisms. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and reviewed at completion. Successful candidates will be capable of contributing to the development of innovative designs or modifications in order to meet program goals, independently performing difficult/complex engineering work with instructions as to the general expected results, documenting findings, communicating results to other engineering staff, and making technical presentations.
Responsibilities
- Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems.
- Champions innovative systems engineering approaches, digital models, and sound engineering principles across multiple disciplines and can contribute to development of behavioral and/or functional capabilities at the component, subsystem, and system level.
- Demonstrated proficiency in coordination across multiple engineering disciplines, including systems, mechanical, electrical, software, etc.
- Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.
- May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts with external suppliers.
- Provides direction to design or technical staff and will lead a team of experienced professional staff.
- Responsible for the execution and implementation of the engineering process: design, development, integration, test and performance verification.
- Evaluates multi-disciplinary engineering solutions within the context of the overall system under development; and ensures that appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates are completed.
- Coordinates closely with program management to create/update schedules and associated resource needs for a cross-functional engineering team.
- Leads SRR, PDR, CDR, and Test and Operation Readiness reviews.
- Manages engineering and programmatic risks at all phases of development.
- Interfaces with customer contacts to ensure all requirements are being met.
- Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Leads program capture and business development activities including attendance of industry days, generating of white papers, proposal technical volumes and basis of estimates and BOMs for proposal cost volumes.
- Coordinates logistical elements of program execution, including but not limited to facilities, security and information technology.
- Determines annual and multi-year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or project(s)/program(s).
- Represents the assigned systems or projects(s)/program(s) as a prime technical expert.
- Develops new and/or expands existing business opportunities.
- Ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.
- Participates in the planning, selection, retention, and development of the professional staff.
- 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.
