Technician II

General Atomics

Poway, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Affirmative Action, Aircraft Piloting, Assembly Equipment, Computer Operations, Consulting, Data Collection, DoD Clearance, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, High Voltage (HV), Housekeeping/Cleaning, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Maintenance Services, Mathematics, Medical Conditions, Military, Operations Processes, People Management, Procedure Development, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Safety/Work Safety, Surveillance, System Test, Test Data, Test Equipment, Testing, Training/Teaching, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Poway, CA

POSTED

Today

53655BR

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.

Performs or assists in fabrication, modification, assembly, installation, operations, repair and maintenance of moderately complex laboratory, experimental and commercial equipment. Consults on the design of equipment or tests; sets up and conducts moderately complex experiments and tests. Records and summarizes data.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Fabricates, assembles, modifies, and installs laboratory equipment, experimental apparatus, or commercial hardware of moderate complexity.

+ Operates specialized laboratory or experimental equipment; collects and summarizes data.

+ Sets up moderately complex experiments and/or tests; checks out and calibrates equipment prior to experimentation and data acquisition; conducts tests and experiments following operating procedures.

+ Identifies operation or equipment problems and reports deficiencies.

+ Records and reduces experimental and test data using mathematical computations; prepares tables, plots, and input for written report.

+ Maintains and repairs laboratory and experimental equipment.

+ 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.

+ Performs housekeeping and cleanup duties as required.

+ May provide guidance or training to other technicians.

+ Maintains lab organization by ensuring parts, fixtures, and equipment are properly stored; identifies and eliminates tripping hazards to support a safe workspace.

+ Assists with hydraulic and pneumatic builds, including hands-on assembly and troubleshooting of related systems.

+ Supports senior technicians with tasks such as cable building, data acquisition system assembly, and test setup.

+ Organizes and maintains data acquisition and test equipment, ensuring readiness for laboratory activities.

+ 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.

Job ID#:

53655BR

Job Category:

Engineering

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Hourly

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Secret

Pay Range Low:

44,590

City:

Poway

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Pay Range High:

66,295

Recruitment Posting Title:

Mechanical Technician

Job Qualifications:

+ Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with five or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

+ Training and/or experience in test or experimental operations normally acquired in the military or technical schools desirable.

+ Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials.

+ Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.

+ Experience or interest in hydraulic and pneumatic systems desirable.

+ Experience with lab organization and safe work practices highly desirable.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain DOD clearance is required.

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Entry-Level (0-2 years)

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.

About the Company

General Atomics

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