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 in Poway, California for a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Supervisor with a strong systems engineering and modeling background to lead a team of systems engineers in executing both SE and MBSE scope on contracts.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Will provide supervisory leadership and technical direction to a team of Systems Engineers, overseeing output for consistency and accuracy.
• Will work with program leads and management to ensure programs are properly staffed for systems engineering execution.
• Will be responsible for the development, engagement, and retention of systems engineering talent.
• Will be responsible for team member performance reviews and performance management.
• Assure that internal and external customer needs are identified and addressed by team within expected budget and timelines.
• Participates in and contributes to direct project scope and deliverables
• Support a culture of continuous innovation and improvement in anticipation of tomorrows scope and requirements for MBSE.
• Develops innovative and practical solutions to technical problems in engineering.
• Presents at engineering meetings, participates in program reviews and consults on engineering problems.
• Anticipates future engineering needs and the adjustments required to accomplish business goals.
• Will have a thorough understanding of the system, subsystems and components, to include all internal/external interfaces and become a focal point for system knowledge on programs.
• Will work on a wide range of products from next generation Air Vehicles, Command/Control to Payloads, to Exploitation systems, and work with a wide range of highly talented people from many technical disciplines.

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.
• Demonstrated ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a dynamic work environment.
• Must possess the ability to resolve complex technical problems.
• Previous experience in developing and integrating hardware and software with various engineering disciplines including Mechanical, Electrical, RF, Cbyer and Software.
• Demonstrates technical expertise and experience with GA-ASI Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) & platforms, and quickly understand critical interfaces including MQ-9, MQ-1 and Avenger.
• Plans and leads development efforts that may require extensive Software Engineering scope.
• Candidate should have experience in one or more of the following technologies: Multi-Mode Radars, EO/IR systems, Advance IRST, Electronic Warfare systems, Multi-INT systems, Countermeasures, Communications, Tactical Datalinks, Automation Autonomy & Artificial Intelligence (A3I), HMI/UI, Cybersecurity, Software Architectures, Open Architectures and Standards (OMS, FACE, STANAG, etc), Networking, Modeling & Simulation.
• Candidate is desired to have experience with Product Management, Proposal Development, Basis of Estimation, Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS); Commercial and/or DOD Product development.
• Must be customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Willingness and ability to support new business development efforts are essential and required.
• Knowledge of DoD requirements generation and military system acquisition processes is highly desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.