Engineer I

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 System Safety Engineer in our Safety and RAM Engineering group.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to learn aircraft and ground station subsystems and become an expert on how the systems work as a whole.

• Support safety analysis of our Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS). Programs in development support the US Army and US Air Force, along with many other US and Foreign customers.

• In this role, the successful candidate will work on an integrated Reliability and System Safety team to support both customer risk acceptance and airworthiness requirements.

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Development of a System Safety Program Plan, Preliminary Hazard Analysis, Functional Hazard Analysis, Common Cause Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis, Safety Critical Functional Thread Analysis, System Safety Analysis / Safety Assessment Report, clear and concise system safety requirements, and support of the Hazard Tracking System in accordance with military and/or commercial standards, as required.

• Understands the methods of identifying and categorizing Safety-Significant (safety-critical and safety-related) functions and their effects within the hardware, software, and human interfaces of the design architecture.

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

• Have strong communication, computer, technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

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

• Typically requires a bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a basic understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow and apply basic engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with Unmanned Aircraft Systems, including Ground Control Systems, is desirable.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-882E, MIL-HBK-516C, Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) 4761, STANAG 4671, Hazardous materials as part of the System Safety process (including Hazardous Material Management Plan and Report) and/or foreign Hazardous materials requirements (i.e., REACH) is a plus.
• Must be able to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
• Good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience.
• Must be able to work both independently and on a team.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• US Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.