Engineer IV

General Atomics

Poway, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Affirmative Action, Aircraft Maintenance, Aircraft Piloting, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Diversity, DoD Clearance, Documentation, Engineering, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Interpersonal Skills, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Conditions, Military, Operations Processes, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Regulations, Requirements Derivation, Safety/Work Safety, Security Clearance, Surveillance, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Presentation, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Poway, CA

POSTED

Today

52090BR

Company:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

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 a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our Mechanisms group in Poway, CA supporting the development, qualification, and sustainment of unmanned aircraft.

In this role, the Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with the engineering staff in the design, analysis (kinematic and structural), investigation, and solution of engineering problems related to aircraft mechanisms of flight controls, utility, and deployment systems. Such scope may include requirements derivation, design conceptualization, detail design, analysis, manufacturing support, test support, and sustaining support. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and reviewed largely at intermediate milestones.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Designs aircraft mechanisms interfacing flight controls, utility, deployable equipment and other actuated systems.

+ Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems.

+ Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff, and makes technical presentations.

+ May provide direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.

+ May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects.

+ Independently performs difficult/complex engineering work with instructions as to the general expected results.

+ May support implementation and verification of mechanical solutions on aircraft during aircraft build and flight testing.

+ Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

+ 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.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job ID#:

52090BR

Job Category:

Engineering

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Secret

Pay Range Low:

98,100

City:

Poway

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Pay Range High:

171,398

Recruitment Posting Title:

Mechanical Mechanism Engineer

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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

+ Must have a thorough 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 develop and communicate new concepts; 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 strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas; capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and, lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects.

+ Able to work extended hours as required.

+ A Professional Engineering License and original work published in professional engineering journals are desirable.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

Yes

Workstyle:

Hybrid
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.

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