Engineering Supervisor I

General Atomics

San Diego, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Affirmative Action, Aircraft Piloting, Applications Security, Cleanroom, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Continuous Improvement, Debugging Skills, Diversity, DoD Clearance, Electric Power Generation, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electromagnetism, Electromechanical Systems, Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Engineering Management, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Hardware Development, Identify Issues, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Operations, Laser Science, Leadership, Maintenance - Electrical, Manufacturing, Medical Conditions, Mentoring, Military, Multitasking, Operational Communications, Operational Support, Operations Processes, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Research & Development (R&D), Schematics, Security Clearance, System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Drawing, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Testing, United States Citizen, Vehicle Fleets, Willing to Travel, Wireless Communications

LOCATION

San Diego, CA

POSTED

1 day ago

55452BR

Company:

General Atomics

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 an Electrical Engineering (EE) Supervisor to join our Electrical Technologies Electrical Design and Prototyping team in Rancho Bernardo. We are seeking a hands-on technical leader with experience supporting engineering technicians, laboratory operations, and hardware development activities in a research and development environment. The successful candidate will support assembly, integration, troubleshooting, and test activities for advanced electrical and electromechanical systems while coordinating technician execution and engineering lab operations across multiple projects. This role works closely with engineering, program management, manufacturing, and technical teams supporting technologies including high-power electromagnetic systems, directed energy systems, advanced airborne sensors, space systems and satellites, and other advanced development programs within the GA-EMS portfolio.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Lead and support a team of engineering technicians, including work coordination, mentoring, technical guidance, and day-to-day execution support.

+ Coordinate technician staffing, task assignments, priorities, and workload balancing across multiple engineering projects and programs.

+ Support assembly, integration, troubleshooting, and test activities for advanced electrical and electromechanical systems.

+ Work closely with engineering teams to support prototype development, hardware bring-up, system integration, debug, and validation activities.

+ Support the operation, organization, maintenance, and continuous improvement of engineering laboratories, cleanrooms, and development workspaces.

+ Coordinate laboratory infrastructure, equipment maintenance, and workspace improvement activities supporting engineering development efforts.

+ Maintain a hands-on presence in hardware troubleshooting, integration, and engineering support activities as needed.

+ Interface with engineering, program management, manufacturing, suppliers, and technical staff to coordinate activities, communicate status, and resolve execution issues.

+ Help improve engineering support processes, lab operations, communication flow, and execution efficiency across projects and teams.

+ Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with established engineering and operational procedures.

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

Job ID#:

55452BR

Job Category:

Engineering

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Secret

Pay Range Low:

81,190

City:

San Diego

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Pay Range High:

145,338

Recruitment Posting Title:

Engineering Supervisor, Electrical Technician and Labs Supervisor

Job Qualifications:

+ Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering or a related technical field as well as six or more years of progressively complex engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

+ Demonstrated understanding of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice, along with experience coordinating technical staff and supporting troubleshooting and execution activities.

+ Prior leadership or supervisory experience is desirable, including task delegation, mentoring, performance feedback, and conflict resolution.

+ Experience coordinating workloads, priorities, and resources across multiple projects or programs is desirable.

+ Ability to work across engineering, program management, manufacturing, and technical teams while communicating effectively with each group’s needs and priorities in mind.

+ Strong knowledge of hardware development processes including assembly, integration, troubleshooting, and testing.

+ Ability to interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.

+ Experience troubleshooting and supporting complex electrical or electromechanical systems in an engineering or R&D environment.

+ Hands-on engineering involvement supporting the development, integration, troubleshooting, and test of complex electrical or electromechanical systems.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Supervisory

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

Yes

Workstyle:

Onsite
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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