General Atomics - Poway, CA
posted 4 days ago
General Atomics is seeking a Project Engineer for Weapons Systems to join our Mission Payloads & Exploitation (MPEx) group in Poway, California. This role is pivotal in supporting weapon system integrations on Unmanned Aircraft (UA) programs. As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for leading or supporting efforts in the integration, verification, and validation of weapon systems, ensuring that all systems meet the required specifications and performance standards. You will develop program plans, estimates, and schedules, and engage in system architecture design and analysis to generate comprehensive requirements for the projects you oversee. In this dynamic environment, you will troubleshoot conflicting design and development requirements, ensuring that all aspects of the project align with customer expectations and technical feasibility. Your role will also involve developing and presenting technical materials for reviews and meetings, supporting lab, ground, and flight test events, and maintaining critical documentation such as Interface Control Documents and Software Requirement Specifications. You will coordinate and interface with customers, contractors, and various engineering groups, providing essential support for the ongoing operation of the weapons systems. This position requires a strong focus on customer satisfaction, as you will be expected to formulate and implement plans to resolve technical engineering problems effectively. You will also provide direction to design or technical staff, contributing to the overall success of the projects and the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management experience, and strong interpersonal skills to thrive in this role.