Engineer VII

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 role in Aircraft Conceptual Design supporting Advanced Programs. Under general directions with limited review, this position is responsible for applying innovative approaches to resolving unusual or complex engineering problems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Determines technical objectives for solution(s) to advanced technical engineering problems.
• Independently performs difficult/complex engineering work with instructions as to the general expected results.
• Designs new air vehicles and modifications to improve existing air vehicles.
• Develops analysis tools and perform mathematical modeling of air vehicles.
• Identifies and evaluates technologies which enable marketable new products.
• Will include: Conceptual air vehicle design, multi-disciplinary design optimization, aircraft sizing, trade study execution, sensitivity analysis, requirements development, mathematical modeling, documentation and briefing senior management on results.
• Will function in a technical leadership role for the project/program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced professional staff or team of professional staff.
• May include: team leadership, proposal execution, cost modeling, aircraft performance analysis, operational analysis, simulation development, data science, strategic and project planning, customer interaction
• May represent the organization as a prime technical contact within and engineering team for assigned project(s)/program(s).
• May participate in or may lead the development of new or expansion of existing business opportunities.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

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; fifteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, thirteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or ten or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Experience leading 1 or more aircraft development program from conceptual design through flight test is desirable.
• Expert user of MATLAB or Python, an optimization tool (modeFrontier, ModelCenter, HEEDS, openMDAO) and NX is desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance required.
• Strong communication, writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to effectively. interface with other departments, customers and/or professionals.
• Able to work extended hours as required.