Software Developer VII

General Atomics

Poway, CA

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SKILLS

Acquisition Regulations, Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Aircraft Piloting, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, C++ Programming Language, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Decision Support, Deep Learning, DevOps, DoD Acquisitions, Docker, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Government, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Interpersonal Skills, JAX (Java API for XML), Java, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, Military, Operations Research, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Demonstration, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Reinforcement Learning, Research & Development (R&D), Security Clearance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Simulation, Software Development, Surveillance, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technology White Papers, Test Strategy, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Poway, CA

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51529BR

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 outstanding opportunity for a Principal AI Battle Management Lead in Poway, CA. This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on technical development, guiding the architecture, prototyping, and deployment of AI-enabled battle management systems across GA-ASI’s unmanned and collaborative combat aircraft portfolio. The Autonomy and Artificial Intelligence Solutions Software group is charted to develop and deploy end-to-end autonomous systems that enable unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to execute autonomous missions.

The Principal AI Battle Management Lead will act as a technical authority, hands-on engineer, and customer-facing leader, shaping the next generation of autonomous mission execution and decision-support capabilities for the U.S. Department of War.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Set the technical vision and roadmap for AI-enabled battle management systems, aligning GA-ASI autonomy solutions with DoD Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) and Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) initiatives.

+ Lead cross-functional engineering teams in developing and integrating multi-agent autonomy, real-time decision-support, and adaptive mission planning capabilities.

+ Serve as principal investigator and program lead for advanced R&D efforts in AI/ML for battle management.

+ Interface directly with senior government customers, DARPA, AFRL, and DIU to translate mission needs into executable autonomy architectures.

+ Provide capture and proposal support, including shaping technical volumes, white papers, and executive-level presentations.

+ Partner with industry and academic collaborators to bring cutting-edge AI research into operational prototypes.

+ Establish best practices for DevSecOps, MLOps, and mission assurance in autonomy software development.

+ Guide testing and evaluation strategies, including simulation, SIL/HIL, and flight demonstrations of AI-driven battle management capabilities.

+ Mentor and grow technical talent across the autonomy and AI teams.

+ Ensure compliance with ITAR, export control, cybersecurity, and DoD acquisition regulations

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

Job ID#:

51529BR

Job Category:

Engineering

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Top Secret (SCI access eligible)

Pay Range Low:

140,940

City:

Poway

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Pay Range High:

252,293

Recruitment Posting Title:

AI Battle Management Lead

Job Qualifications:

+ Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in computer science, information systems or related discipline and progressive software development experience as follows; fifteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, thirteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or ten or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

+ Demonstrated track record leading development of battle management systems, C2 decision-support, or collaborative autonomy architectures in defense/aerospace.

+ Expertise in reinforcement learning, multi-agent coordination, deep learning, probabilistic reasoning, and decision-theoretic planning.

+ Strong customer-facing experience: ability to present to senior DoD stakeholders, influence CONOPS development, and shape technology roadmaps.

+ Proven success in capture and proposal efforts, including technical volume authorship and program strategy.

+ Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to inspire teams and build trusted relationships with customers.

+ Hands-on expertise in:

+ Languages: Python, C++, Java, or equivalent

+ Frameworks: PyTorch, TensorFlow, Ray RLlib, or equivalent

+ Data/AI Tools: Scikit-learn, Pandas, NumPy, JAX

+ Simulation/Integration: NTGS, AFSIM, or similar

+ Cloud/DevOps: Kubernetes, Docker, AWS/Azure GovCloud

+ MLOps/DevSecOps: MLflow, GitLab CI/CD, secure software pipelines.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret / SCI security clearance is required (active clearance strongly preferred).

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Senior (8+ years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

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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