General Atomics
General Atomics

Engineer V

Poway, CA, US • Posted 6 days ago • Updated 10 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
USD $105,890.00 - 189,545.00 per year
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Skills

  • Surveillance
  • Evaluation
  • IBM WebSphere MQ
  • Supervision
  • IRAD
  • Program Management
  • Test Plans
  • Technical Support
  • Forecasting
  • SD
  • Leadership
  • Recruiting
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Quality Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Military
  • Integration Testing
  • DoD
  • Security Clearance

Summary

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 for a System Development & Test (SD&T) Engineering Supervisor to join our MQ-9B SD&T IRAD Team. This position is located at our Poway, CA location supporting test and evaluation engineering activities on novel and innovative General Atomics systems.

This position is an excellent fit for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment with hands-on access to our industry-leading Unmanned platforms.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead the MQ-9B SD&T IRAD team activities under minimal supervision to determine/develop various test approaches to achieve program goals.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the IRAD test team and other engineering disciplines, program management, and external stakeholders.
  • Support test plan working groups, technical reviews, and safety reviews with internal and external customers.
  • Coordinate test events with engineering labs and flight ops facilities.
  • Support engineering staff to identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and aid in developing solutions to test and integration issues found during all phases of test utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
  • Forecast and communicate staffing needs and priorities to the SD&T leadership team.
  • Provide test program status to relevant internal and external stakeholders including technical, schedule, and cost/labor hour updates as needed.
  • Perform annual performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback to team members regarding their technical work and professional growth.
  • Participate in the recruitment and interview process for new engineering staff positions.
  • Coordinate with other supervisors to share resources and align on cross-functional initiatives.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Ensure team compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and quality management systems.

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; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Prior experience in a Test & Integration role for manned and/or unmanned aircraft platforms is highly desired.
  • Previous flight or software test engineer with a qualification to perform tests for a military organization including prior Department of Defense (DoD) Developmental Test (DT) or Operational Test (OT) experience is highly desired.
  • Experience as a test conductor, test director, test pilot/navigator, or participation in a Combined Test Team (CTT) or Integrated Test Force (ITF) is desired.
  • Must have a thorough 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 be able to perform complex tasks in multiple engineering areas.
  • Able to work extended hours as required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD security clearance is required.
  • 25% travel is required.
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  • Dice Id: 10100516
  • Position Id: c3ebfa7f1db282e2ca2edf6569629f33
  • Posted 6 days ago
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