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Engineer VI
Job Summary: 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 have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for a Senior Project Engineer to support the MQ-9B SkyGuardian Global Support Solution team by work closely with program management team(s) to facilitate customer pursuits, identify requirements, develop sustainment plans and strategies, participate in proposal activities, and ultimately support program execution for MQ-9B SkyGuardian / SeaGuardian UAS.
With consultative direction, this position is responsible for determining technical objectives as a key member supporting the MQ-9B SkyGuardian Global Support Solution team and coordinates technical aspects of MQ-9B Sustainment. The position requires interface with international customer(s), foreign vendors, internal program stakeholders, and the USAF FMS program office.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the execution of plans and guide the implementation of engineering solution(s) including deployment, resource requirements, testing, documentation, integration, compliance, and safety. Maintain sustainment configurations for MQ-9B customers and support material management and logistics teams through system life cycle for material sustainment. Monitor and react to changes in configuration baselines in support of life cycle material sustainment. Coordinate with cross functional engineering teams to execute software development, testing, and fielding. Support proposal development and sustainment program standup. May represent the organization as a technical contact within an engineering team for assigned project(s)/program(s). Experience as trusted liaison leading teams of communications and sensor payload SMEs. Determines annual and multi-year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or project(s)/program(s). Present technical presentation and participate in internal and external technical working groups. Support the implementation of solutions developed on IRAD activity, and new developments, onto fielded customer assets. Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Highlights Working For GA-ASI: • This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus. • This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment pending project needs. • Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, unlimited access to discounted tickets to events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park. • Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole. • Free Electric Vehicle (EV) charging while at work.
Job Qualifications: • 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; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. • Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership. • Able to work extended hours and travel as required. • A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium, and invited and/or participated on an engineering review panel are desirable. • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required. • Must possess: • Ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment. • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals. • Capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact. • Ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals. • Must be customer focused. • Able to work on a self- initiated basis or in a team environment.