Job ID#: 29183BR
Company: General Atomics
Title: Materials Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
City: San Diego
State: California
Travel Percentage Required: 0% - 25%
Clearance Required?: No
Job Summary:
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Materials Engineer to join our GA-EMS Special Processes team located in Rancho Bernardo, CA.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Review Design DWGs for correct material specifications, coatings and processing requirements
+ Review and approve material certificates, test reports, heat treatment and other relevant documentation from vendors
+ Perform on site audits at test facilities and mills supplying material to GA and GA’s subs.
+ Perform RCCA/FRACAS investigations and evaluations of material failures.
+ Establish control plans/processes for high risk materials.
+ Provide technical guidance and direction for metal, composites and ceramic application
+ Resolve material issues and non-conformance’s in production and R&D applications.
+ Supports operation of engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues.
+ Troubleshoots, analyzes, and repairs systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
+ Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.
+ Directs the activities of designers, technicians and may direct the activities of less experienced professional staff.
+ May represent the organization in providing solutions to technical issues associated with specific projects.
+ Performs other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Salary
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.
+ US Citizenship is required.
+ 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.
+ Experience with SAP and NDE methods is a plus.
+ Knowledge of welding, brazing and other materials joining processes is desirable.
+ Knowledgeable with ceramics, composites applications and process.
US Citizenship Required?: Yes
Experience Level: Senior (8+ years)
General Atomics and affiliated companies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.G
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