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Aircraft Configuration and Structural Design Engineer

General Atomics

Poway, California • Today

Full-time

USD 116,480.00 per year

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Surveillance
Structural Engineering
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Attention To Detail
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Control Flow Diagram
FEA
Regulatory Compliance
Military
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
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Adobe AIR
Mentorship
ProVision
Unigraphics NX
CATIA
Creo
Communication
Presentations
DoD
Security Clearance

Surveillance
Structural Engineering
Reporting
Attention To Detail
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Control Flow Diagram
FEA
Regulatory Compliance
Military
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
RF
Investor Relations
Information Retrieval
International Relations
Computer Hardware
Interfaces
System Integration
MASS
IPT
Engineering Design
Leadership
Marketing
Multitasking
Layout
Collaboration
Adobe AIR
Mentorship
ProVision
Unigraphics NX
CATIA
Creo
Communication
Presentations
DoD
Security Clearance

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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 career opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Aircraft Configuration and Structural Design Engineer position within our AeroStructures Design Team located in Poway, CA. This position will report to the Senior Manager of Aircraft and Special Projects Engineering and will contribute towards the development of new and/or modifications to Advanced Programs aircraft layouts and lofts for both unclassified and classified pursuits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Self-starter and detail oriented.
Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams on a significant effort, such as serving as a configuration and/or air vehicle lead for conceptual efforts at a minimum and up to detailed configuration developments.
Expert-level experience with aircraft configuration design, sizing, and system synthesis.
Experience lofting aircraft Outer Mold Lines (OMLs) and Inner Mold Line (IML) flow paths with the ability to create numerous associated surface models to support functional team analyses (CFD, CEM, FEA), including scaled wind tunnel models.
Document configuration and airframe designs and interface studies using appropriate information sourced from various inputs; ensuring compliance with engineering principles, program requirements, military, and company standards.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) required.
Fundamental knowledge of composite and metallic materials and structural joints.
Fundamental knowledge of designing for RF and IR signature reduction to improve air vehicle survivability (shaping, fan face obscuration, materials and treatments, edges, control surfaces, hardware and systems integrations and provisions, interfaces, steps and gaps, transitions, etc.).
Broad based knowledge of aircraft systems integration and their corresponding system functions and interactions.
Experience executing conceptual trades such as engine selection, propulsion path layout, planform selection, control effector layout, landing gear layouts, fuel system integration, weapons integration, mass properties and Center of Gravity (CG) calculations with recommended stability margins, etc.
Experience leading technical reviews.
Capable of working within and influencing cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPT), interfacing with IPT leadership, suppliers, and other technical disciplines to independently prepare/status and/or lead the preparation of configuration and /or engineering design solutions to challenging problems.
Can accept broad objectives with reasonable deadlines, but establishes and communicates the tasks required and how they should be completed.
Must demonstrate the ability to document and present information in a concise manner appropriate for leadership review.
Create/review proposals and/or marketing concepts and ensuring a balanced execution/risk posture given affordability, competitiveness, performance, and strategic objectives.
Ability to multi-task and work numerous efforts ranging from configuration layout and lofting of air vehicles, to coordination/execution of airframe structural designs, to reviewing / developing / improving methods, tools and standards for air vehicle and airframe developments across programs.
Working with the Senior Manager to mentor and develop peers with the capability to configure aircraft and provision for subsystem keep-in and keep-out zones, perform airframe layouts and generate OML lofts from conceptual and up to production quality.
Working closely with our Flight Technologies organization to performing/support aircraft sizing calculations using industry accepted references and methods.

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; 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.
Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; capable of expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and able to 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.
Experience with Engineering Tools: NX or other parametric CAD tools (e.g. Catia, Creo).
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals.
Able to work extended hours as required.
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.

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Dice Id: 10100516
Position Id: 5732b97e6ac21027381f6c4e1efa9feb
Posted 30+ days ago

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Poway, California

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Today

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 are looking for a Airframe Design Supervisor. With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development, and/or solution to advanced technical en

Full-time

USD 116,480.00 per year

Aero Performance Engineer

Poway, California

•

Today

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 an Aero Performance Engineer in the San Diego (Poway, CA) area. In this position, you will play an active role in the design and development of cutting-edge next generation unmanned aircraft platforms. Resp

Full-time

USD 105,890.00 per year

Lead Airframe Structures Engineer

San Diego, California

•

Today

Lead Airframe Structures Engineer - Lead the Structural Design of a Next-Generation Aircraft Platform San Diego, California | On-site Opportunity Summary Join a fast-growing aerospace company developing a new generation of highly efficient aircraft designed to improve commercial and defense aviation. The team is advancing an innovative aircraft platform that combines advanced aerodynamics, lightweight structures, and modern manufacturing techniques to deliver significant improvements in effic

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USD 150,000.00 - 190,000.00 per year

Survivability Roll-up Engineer

Poway, California

•

Today

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. General Atomics Survivability group has an exciting position available for a Survivability Rollup Engineer to support the design and development of advanced materials to support a variety of platforms. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Engineer wil

Full-time

USD 81,080.00 per year

Job Details

Skills

Surveillance
Structural Engineering
Reporting
Attention To Detail
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Control Flow Diagram
FEA
Regulatory Compliance
Military
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
RF
Investor Relations
Information Retrieval
International Relations
Computer Hardware
Interfaces
System Integration
MASS
IPT
Engineering Design
Leadership
Marketing
Multitasking
Layout
Collaboration
Adobe AIR
Mentorship
ProVision
Unigraphics NX
CATIA
Creo
Communication
Presentations
DoD
Security Clearance

Surveillance
Structural Engineering
Reporting
Attention To Detail
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Control Flow Diagram
FEA
Regulatory Compliance
Military
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
RF
Investor Relations
Information Retrieval
International Relations
Computer Hardware
Interfaces
System Integration
MASS
IPT
Engineering Design
Leadership
Marketing
Multitasking
Layout
Collaboration
Adobe AIR
Mentorship
ProVision
Unigraphics NX
CATIA
Creo
Communication
Presentations
DoD
Security Clearance

Summary

Self-starter and detail oriented.
Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams on a significant effort, such as serving as a configuration and/or air vehicle lead for conceptual efforts at a minimum and up to detailed configuration developments.
Expert-level experience with aircraft configuration design, sizing, and system synthesis.
Experience lofting aircraft Outer Mold Lines (OMLs) and Inner Mold Line (IML) flow paths with the ability to create numerous associated surface models to support functional team analyses (CFD, CEM, FEA), including scaled wind tunnel models.
Document configuration and airframe designs and interface studies using appropriate information sourced from various inputs; ensuring compliance with engineering principles, program requirements, military, and company standards.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) required.
Fundamental knowledge of composite and metallic materials and structural joints.
Fundamental knowledge of designing for RF and IR signature reduction to improve air vehicle survivability (shaping, fan face obscuration, materials and treatments, edges, control surfaces, hardware and systems integrations and provisions, interfaces, steps and gaps, transitions, etc.).
Broad based knowledge of aircraft systems integration and their corresponding system functions and interactions.
Experience executing conceptual trades such as engine selection, propulsion path layout, planform selection, control effector layout, landing gear layouts, fuel system integration, weapons integration, mass properties and Center of Gravity (CG) calculations with recommended stability margins, etc.
Experience leading technical reviews.
Capable of working within and influencing cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPT), interfacing with IPT leadership, suppliers, and other technical disciplines to independently prepare/status and/or lead the preparation of configuration and /or engineering design solutions to challenging problems.
Can accept broad objectives with reasonable deadlines, but establishes and communicates the tasks required and how they should be completed.
Must demonstrate the ability to document and present information in a concise manner appropriate for leadership review.
Create/review proposals and/or marketing concepts and ensuring a balanced execution/risk posture given affordability, competitiveness, performance, and strategic objectives.
Ability to multi-task and work numerous efforts ranging from configuration layout and lofting of air vehicles, to coordination/execution of airframe structural designs, to reviewing / developing / improving methods, tools and standards for air vehicle and airframe developments across programs.
Working with the Senior Manager to mentor and develop peers with the capability to configure aircraft and provision for subsystem keep-in and keep-out zones, perform airframe layouts and generate OML lofts from conceptual and up to production quality.
Working closely with our Flight Technologies organization to performing/support aircraft sizing calculations using industry accepted references and methods.

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; 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.
Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; capable of expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and able to 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.
Experience with Engineering Tools: NX or other parametric CAD tools (e.g. Catia, Creo).
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals.
Able to work extended hours as required.
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.

Dice Id: 10100516
Position Id: 5732b97e6ac21027381f6c4e1efa9feb
Posted 30+ days ago

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Poway, California

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Full-time

USD 116,480.00 per year

Aero Performance Engineer

Poway, California

•

Today

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 an Aero Performance Engineer in the San Diego (Poway, CA) area. In this position, you will play an active role in the design and development of cutting-edge next generation unmanned aircraft platforms. Resp

Full-time

USD 105,890.00 per year

Lead Airframe Structures Engineer

San Diego, California

•

Today

Full-time

USD 150,000.00 - 190,000.00 per year

Survivability Roll-up Engineer

Poway, California

•

Today

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. General Atomics Survivability group has an exciting position available for a Survivability Rollup Engineer to support the design and development of advanced materials to support a variety of platforms. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Engineer wil

Full-time

USD 81,080.00 per year

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