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General Atomics

Durham, NC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Affirmative Action, Communication Skills, Diversity, DoD Clearance, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Conditions, Messaging Middleware, Military, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Operations Processes, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Propulsion, Regulations, Reliability Engineering, Safety/Work Safety, Security Clearance, System Integration (SI), Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, United States Citizen, United States Marine Corps (USMC), Vehicle Fleets, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Durham, NC
POSTED
4 days ago
54954BR

Company:


General Atomics Systems Integration


Job Summary:


General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design.


We currently have an exciting opportunity for a MQ-9A support engineer at MCAS Cherry Point in North Carolina.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


+ Responsible for providing on-site expertise in identifying issues, troubleshooting steps, and resolving questions beyond standard maintenance procedures and documentation available to the Fleet.

+ Develop and maintain strong relationships with the GA-ASI MQ-9A Engineering team in Poway, CA and with NAVAIR/USMC MQ-9A personnel at MCAS.

+ Interact on technical matters with MQ-9A fleet personnel, NAVAIR engineers, and the GA-ASI Engineering disciplines in Poway CA on a daily basis. Technical matters include but are not limited to: MQ-9 airframe, propulsion, electrical system, software, data links, and ground control segment.

+ May assume technical and engineering responsibility of the success of an identifiable project.

+ Directs activities of design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.

+ Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

+ Performs 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.

+ 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#:


54954BR


Job Category:


Engineering


Travel Percentage Required:


0% - 25%


Full-Time/Part-Time:


Full-Time Salary


State:


North Carolina


Clearance Level:


Secret


Pay Range Low:


96,180


City:


Durham


Clearance Required?:


Desired


Pay Range High:


172,163


Recruitment Posting Title:


MQ-9A Aircraft Engineer


Job Qualifications:


+ Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

+ A strong understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory is required, along with experience applying these concepts broadly and a growing knowledge of related technical fields.

+ Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills; must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team; must be a self-starter and proactively identify and help coordinate resolution of technical issues.

+ Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows: nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

+ Must have MQ-9A system and subsystem experience.

+ Must be able to work extended hours as required.

+ Must be able to travel as required.

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


US Citizenship Required?:


Yes


Experience Level:


Senior (8+ years)


Relocation Assistance Provided?:


No


Workstyle:


Remote
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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