Project Engineer MQ-9A Program

General Atomics • Poway, CA

122d • $81,080 - $141,650 • Remote

About The Position

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 new position for our Contractor Logistics Sustainment (CLS) and Organic Depot Project Engineering team located in Poway, CA. This position will primarily provide optimization and efficiency improvements to the various contracts, as well as our Profit and Loss center. Tasks will include linking databases for passing variables, automation of repeated report requests, implementation of Large Language Model (LLM) solutions, advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tasking, and serve as an ambassador to our ITS group.

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree, master's degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelor's degree or two or more years of experience with a master's degree.
• Must have a complete 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 possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, 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 excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• A Professional Engineering License is desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Ability to read, comprehend, and author code written in at least 2 different software languages.
• Ability to pass objects between databases while handling errors appropriately.
• Able to leverage past actuals to generate estimates to complete tasks in terms of both labor hours and days.
• Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems.
• Performs functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment and systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
• Obtains and analyzes test data.
• Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions.
• May be required to make brief technical presentations.
• Alerts senior engineering staff and Program Management of possible logistical concerns and impacts from available engineering design changes.
• May provide direction to design and/or technical staff.
• 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.

Benefits

• 401(k) (with company match)
• Company pension
• On site cafeterias
• Gyms and outdoor recreation centers
• Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to discounted tickets for amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
• Free EV & Plug-In Hybrid vehicle charging during work hours.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree