Project Engineer, MQ-9B International Program

General Atomics • Poway, CA

193d • $128,130 - $229,358 • 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 opportunity located in Poway, CA for an experienced Project Engineer to join the MQ-9B International Programs Engineering team. This position reports to the program engineering manager and is responsible for the planning, managing, and overseeing of technical aspects of the program. This position will include technical and management oversight of contract activities on the program. The project engineer will work closely with program management and customer counterparts to define the system requirements, develop program plans, develop proposals, execute development and test activities, complete airworthiness certification, set up customer site(s), and support initial sustainment.

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; fifteen or more years of experience with a bachelor's degree, thirteen or more years of experience with a master's degree, or ten or more years with a PhD.
• Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice as well as project and/or program leadership including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established project deadlines or milestones.
• Must possess the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles; resolve unusually complex technical problems; serve as spokesperson on projects and/or programs; and be a technical expert in one or more areas of engineering.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
• Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
• Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Security Clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

• MQ-9B system and program knowledge.
• A strong understanding of MQ-9B and Customer technical roadmap.
• Experience leading development, integration, and test of new capabilities or technologies.
• Experience with production oversight, payload integration, and fielding experience preferred.
• Experience with USAF MQ-9 FMS program office, other USG program offices, and international customer(s).
• Knowledge of DoD and/or NATO requirements generation and military system acquisition processes is highly desirable.
• Extensive knowledge in project management practices and principles is preferred.
• Candidate is desired to have experience with Product Management, Proposal Development, Basis of Estimation, Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).

Responsibilities

• Manage technical execution phases of MQ-9B program from proposal through delivery of the UAS to the Customer.
• Represent the organization as a technical contact for the program including frequent interface with senior members of the Customer and GA-ASI organizations.
• Formulate plans and guide the development and implementation of engineering solutions including resource requirements, integration, configuration, testing, documentation and export compliance.
• Manage functional groups to meet program objectives, while monitoring budget and schedule constraints.
• Advise or direct the activities of assigned project(s)/program(s) to achieve technical objectives.
• Coordinate with sub-contractors and vendors to achieve successful integration, test, and delivery of UAS to Customer.
• Provide leadership for a project/program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced professional staff or team of professional staff.
• Contribute to the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities through Customer engagement and responses to Customer inquiries.
• Manage the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Promote teamwork and coordination between various functional groups and business units.
• Travel up to 25% to support customer meetings which will occur both in the US and OCONUS.
• Plan for future applications of solutions based on IRAD activity and new developments in engineering technology.
• Ensure compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.
• Observe all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree