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Engineer IV

General Atomics

Poway, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Affirmative Action, Aircraft Piloting, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Diversity, DoD Secret Clearance, Documentation, Engineering, Event Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Integration Testing, Laboratory Operations, Leadership, Medical Conditions, Military, Operations Processes, Procedure Development, Project Engineering, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Regulations, Resource Management, Safety/Work Safety, Scientific Principles, Software Engineering, Software Testing, Surveillance, System Test, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Program, TestDirector, Testing, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Poway, CA
POSTED
11 days ago
54479BR

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 to join our team as a System Development & Test (SD&T) Engineer. This position is located at our Poway, CA location supporting test and evaluation engineering activities on novel and innovative General Atomics systems.


This position is an excellent fit for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment with hands-on access to our industry-leading Unmanned platforms.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


+ Perform Test and Evaluation (T&E) activities under minimal supervision and apply new concepts in an evolving environment to determine/develop various approaches to achieve T&E goals and help guide the completion of test activities.

+ Act as primary test engineer during test operations. Test duties include system level T&E of hardware and software with emphasis placed on test asset coordination, resource allocation, generating test documentation, conducting and directing SIL, ground, and flight test, and providing ground and flight crew direction/leadership during tests events.

+ Initiate the planning of engineering projects and coordinate test events with engineering labs and flight ops facilities.

+ Support test plan working groups, technical reviews, and safety reviews acting as a primary contact with internal customers and representing the organization with external customers.

+ Work side by side with systems/project/software engineering on all associated documentation.

+ Communicate clearly in writing and verbally during all phases of flight test programs to include test plans, ground and flight test procedures/cards, test observations and issues, and test reports.

+ Identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and develop solutions to complex test and integration issues found during all phases of test utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.

+ 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#:


54479BR


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:


System Test Engineer


Job Qualifications:


+ Typically requires a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; 6 or more years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, 6 years of experience with a master’s degree, or 2 years of experience with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

+ Prior experience in a Test & Integration role for manned and/or unmanned aircraft platforms is highly desired.

+ Previous flight or software test engineer with a qualification to perform tests for a military organization including prior Department of Defense (DoD) Developmental Test (DT) or Operational Test (OT) experience is highly desired.

+ Experience as a test conductor, test director, test pilot/navigator or participation in a Combined Test Team (CTT) or Integrated Test Force (ITF) is desired.

+ 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.

+ Previous expertise and working knowledge of the National Airspace System and UAS operating rules and regulations thereof.

+ Must be able to perform complex tasks in multiple engineering areas.

+ Able to work extended hours as required.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD secret clearance is required.

+ 25% travel 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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