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General Atomics

Poway, CA

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SKILLS
Affirmative Action, Agile Programming Methodologies, Aircraft Piloting, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Development, Change Management, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer/Client Research, Diversity, DoD Acquisitions, DoD Clearance, Electricity, Electronic Warfare, Engineering, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, IR (Infrared), Internet Security, Interoperability, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Manufacturing, Medical Conditions, Messaging Middleware, Military, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Management, Program Planning, Project Engineering, Project Estimates, Proposal Development, Prototyping, Radio Frequency, Sales Management, Schedule Development, Security Clearance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Signal Intelligence (SIGINT), Simulation, Software Development, Strategic Planning, Surveillance, System Integration (SI), Systems Analysis, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technology White Papers, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Trade Studies, United States Citizen, Validation Testing, Wheel/Front-End Loader, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Poway, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
54221BR

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, tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.


Agile Mission Systems (AMS) at GA-ASI in San Diego, CA a growing center of excellence in San Diego, CA – where innovation meets mission impact. We bring together high-performing technical experts and future leaders to develop, integrate, and field cutting-edge mission systems that meet the evolving needs of warfighters and decision-makers. You’ll work alongside a multidisciplinary team to drive strategic objectives, develop customer-facing relationships, and architect solutions that bring complex systems of systems together—delivering real-world mission outcomes.


The Payload Integration group addresses challenging problems by developing, integrating, fielding, supporting, and advancing mature technologies into payload solutions for GA-ASI platforms. Current payloads include Multi-Mode Radars, EO/IR systems, Advanced IRST, Electronic Warfare systems, Countermeasures, and Signal Intelligence sensors to deliver cutting-edge solutions to our customers.


We’re seeking a Project Engineer to lead and shape the technical roadmap for our portfolio of industry-leading radar technologies. These advanced radar payloads support critical missions including airborne surveillance, maritime domain awareness, UAS detection and collaboration, and other emerging capabilities. As Project Engineer, you’ll play a key role in both sustaining current products and driving the development of next-generation modes, applications, and solutions.


The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in the operational use, design, and manufacturing of radar or RF systems. This role requires technical leadership across hardware integration, software development, communication systems, data dissemination, and rigorous testing—all in support of a growing customer base and an expanding capability set.


Duties & Responsibilities:


+ Demonstrated ability to develop expertise and become the subject matter expert and technological champion in the relevant capabilities

+ Understanding of change management and manufacturing principles to maintain a product portfolio

+ Transitions high TRL demonstrated payloads into mature payload solutions for long-term mission capabilities across GA-ASI platforms

+ Mature prototype level payloads through manufacturable Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) with the ability to scale to high-rate production

+ Leads diverse multi-function engineering teams, meeting critical program milestones, and successfully executing programs within the defined cost and schedule.

+ Represents programs as the face of engineering ensure consistent and appropriate messaging to internal and external stakeholders.

+ Supports engineering estimates and proposals during business development and shaping activities.

+ Develops program plans, estimates, schedules and execute programs to ensure programmatic and technical success.

+ Perform system analysis, trade studies, author technical white papers, and generate customer technical data packages.

+ Complete, document, and present System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), and Critical Design Reviews (CDR).

+ Represent company at technical reviews, customer meetings and system level integrations

+ Supports mission architecture implementations and designs.

+ Supports payload compatibility and enhancement for initiatives such as Open Architectures (OMS, FACE, CESMO, etc.), Autonomy & Artificial Intelligence, fusion, track management, and other interoperability capabilities.

+ Supports the development of test plans and manage the integration, verification and validation new capabilities and technologies.

+ Supports development of business/strategic objectives and system concept-of-operations


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


Job ID#:


54221BR


Job Category:


Engineering


Travel Percentage Required:


0% - 25%


Full-Time/Part-Time:


Full-Time Salary


State:


California


Clearance Level:


Secret


Pay Range Low:


105,890


City:


Poway


Clearance Required?:


Desired


Pay Range High:


189,545


Recruitment Posting Title:


Project Engineer Payload Integration


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.

+ Proven technical expertise in radar or RF systems, with experience leading cross-functional engineering efforts.

+ Prior experience in project engineering, systems integration, and technical execution of complex hardware/software products.

+ Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to engage across technical teams, leadership, and customers.

+ Experience in multi-disciplinary integration (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Software, RF, Networking, Cybersecurity).

+ Familiarity with UAS platforms (e.g., MQ-9, MQ-1, Avenger) and their interfaces is preferred.

+ Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience with one or more of the following:

+ Multi-Mode Radars, EO/IR Systems, IRST, EW Systems, Countermeasures, Tactical Datalinks, Open Standards (OMS, FACE, STANAG), Modeling & Simulation.

+ Background in product management, proposal development, and DoD acquisition processes.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance required. (TS/SCI highly desired)


US Citizenship Required?:


Yes


Experience Level:


Senior (8+ years)


Relocation Assistance Provided?:


No


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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