Project Engineer Supervisor MQ9A Export Programs

$105,890 - $189,545/Yr

General Atomics - Poway, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Poway, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Project Engineer Supervisor for MQ9A Export Programs at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is responsible for overseeing engineering solutions and program execution for the MQ-9A UAS. This role involves close collaboration with program management, international customers, and various stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery while adhering to technical objectives and compliance standards. The position offers a hybrid work environment and emphasizes a team-centric culture with opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Formulates plans and guides the development and implementation of engineering solutions including deployment, resource requirements, testing, documentation, integration, and compliance and safety.
• Advises or directs the activities of assigned projects/programs to achieve technical objectives.
• Directs and allocates technical resources and professional staff to achieve program objectives.
• Serves as a key team member in proposal development and program standup.
• Liaises with functional groups to meet program objectives while monitoring budget and schedule constraints.
• Represents the organization and program as an engineering technical contact.
• Provides leadership for a project/program and direction to less experienced professional staff.
• Coordinates troubleshooting, analysis, and repair guidance for fielded customer equipment.
• Determines annual and multi-year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or projects/programs.
• Publishes and presents technical papers and participates in internal and external technical program reviews.
• Plans for future applications of solutions based on IRAD activity and new developments in engineering technology.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree, master's degree, or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience.
• Nine or more years of experience with a bachelor's degree, seven or more years with a master's degree, or four or more years with a PhD.
• Demonstrates extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
• Customer-focused with the ability to formulate plans based on innovative designs to resolve advanced technical engineering problems.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience leading development and integration and test of new technologies.
• Experience with production oversight, payload integration, and fielding experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) system and operations.
• Experience with international programs and/or USAF FMS programs.
• Background in general aviation, aviation regulations, air traffic management, or pilot experience.
• Experience with Product Management, Proposal Development, Basis of Estimation, and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Company pension
• On-site cafeterias
• Gyms and outdoor recreation centers
• Employee Recreation Association (ERA) with access to discounted tickets for amusement parks
• Hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home)
• Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus