About this role
Job Summary
General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design.
Under general directions with limited review, this position is responsible for applying innovative approaches to resolving unusual or complex engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and reviewed largely at completion. Initiates the planning of engineering projects and develops innovative designs or modifications in order to meet project goals. Independently performs difficult/complex engineering work with instructions as to the general expected results. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff, makes technical presentations, and may represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
- Provide Mechanical Engineering services in support of aircraft modifications and system improvements.
- Develop aircraft mechanical systems from concept, requirement development, design and analysis to prototype and qualification testing.
- Design and develop complex aircraft systems, system integration laboratory test equipment, and complex ground support equipment using SolidWorks, NX, CREO or Catia CAD software and ANSYS Finite Element Analysis.
- Assist in the planning and coordinating of engineering solutions including documentation, reporting, publishing, and making technical and other presentations to ensure viability of the solution(s) in an evolving environment.
- Work within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment, interfacing with IPT leadership, suppliers, and other technical disciplines to independently prepare/status and/or lead the preparation of engineering design solutions to challenging problems.
- Support on-site product manufacturing and integration sites.
- Plan for future applications of solutions based on new developments in engineering technology.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
- We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, diverse learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects, and a cohesive team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our team and become even better at what we do.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
- Must have a thorough understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts.
- Expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
- Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; 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 to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
- Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.
- Capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact.
- Lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects.
- Able to work extended hours as required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
- A Professional Engineering License and original work published in professional engineering journals are desirable.