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Engineer III
Job Summary: Launch Your Career with a Leader in Advanced Technology! General Atomics-EMS Engineering Invitational Hiring Event Thursday, October 22, 2026 San Diego, California This is your moment! General Atomics is opening our doors to talented individuals ready to be part of something extraordinary. We’re not just building products, we’re shaping the future of technology and innovation.
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) is inviting talented engineers and technical professionals to connect with our team and explore opportunities supporting some of the world's most advanced defense, space, power, and energy technologies.
We're looking for engineers at all levels—from early-career professionals to senior technical experts, leads, and engineering managers who are ready to solve complex problems, work alongside world-class technical teams, and contribute to technologies that matter.
Engineering Opportunities Across Multiple Disciplines
We have immediate opportunities across a broad range of engineering disciplines, including:
• Electrical & Electronics Engineering – Hardware, Power Electronics, Components, Electrical Systems • Systems & Software Engineering – Systems Engineering, Embedded Software, Firmware, Controls, Digital Systems, Architecture, Cybersecurity, Safety, and RAM • Mechanical Engineering & Design – Mechanical, Structural, Thermal, Opto-Mechanical, CAD, and Sustainment • Project, Program & Lifecycle Engineering – Project Engineering, Program Execution, Logistics, and Lifecycle Engineering • Test, Verification & Integration – Electrical/Mechanical Test, Design Verification, System Integration, Qualification, and Validation
About GA-EMS Engineering GA-EMS engineers support the development and enhancement of first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power systems, while contributing to some of the most challenging engineering programs in the industry. Our work supports programs and applications including the U.S. Navy's Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE), as well as critical fleet, space, satellite, missile defense, power and energy, process, and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
Engineers at GA-EMS have the opportunity to work across the entire product lifecycle—from concept and design through integration, testing, qualification, production, deployment, and sustainment.
What You’ll Do: Depending on your discipline, experience, and level of responsibility, you may:
• Design, develop, integrate, test, and improve complex engineering systems and technologies. • Evaluate engineering requirements and develop practical solutions to challenging technical problems. • Analyze, troubleshoot, test, and resolve complex system and equipment issues. • Apply engineering and scientific principles to support product and system development. • Lead or support cross-functional engineering projects and technical deliverables. • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, program management, customers, and other organizations. • Develop technical analyses, documentation, specifications, drawings, and recommendations. • Present technical findings and solutions to engineering teams, leadership, customers, and other stakeholders. • Provide technical direction and mentorship to designers, technicians, and less-experienced engineers. • Support system integration, verification, validation, qualification, and lifecycle activities. • Contribute to the development of next-generation technologies across defense, space, energy, and advanced technology applications. The scope and level of responsibility will vary based on the position, qualifications, and experience of the selected candidate.
*U.S. Citizenship Required for all positions Why You’ll Love Working at General Atomics: ✓ Work on cutting-edge technology that impacts the world ✓ Competitive pay and exceptional benefits package ✓ Career growth opportunities with a global industry leader ✓ State-of-the-art facilities where innovation happens daily ✓ Be part of a team that values precision, excellence, and your contributions
Job Qualifications: Engineer: • 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. • Determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level. • Provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
• Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills. • Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. • Must be able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area. • Must be able to lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks. • Able to work extended hours as required. • A Professional Engineering License is desirable. • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is desired.
How to Participate: If you would like the opportunity to interview with General Atomics, please register by clicking the “Apply” button below. Should you be selected, a representative from Talent Acquisition will be in contact with an invitation.Your future starts here. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!