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Department Specialist

Poway, California
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Overview

General Atomics pioneers technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product lines within an incredible, dynamic environment.

Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.

  • Schedule: Full-Time Hourly

  • Job Level: Mid-Level (3-7 years)

  • Travel: 0 - 25

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Job ID 51996BR Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Experience Level Mid-Level (3-7 years) Job Title Department Specialist City Poway State California Workstyle Onsite Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Hourly Salary Range $65,410 - $99,888

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.

Under minimal supervision, this position performs a variety of specialized activities in support of functional areas such as finance, purchasing, or human resources or for one or more project/business/technical units. Maintains, processes, reviews, compiles, and analyzes variety of electronic and hard copy reports, records, statistics, timelines, tables, correspondence, and presentations, which may be confidential and sensitive in nature and which requires considerable use of tact and discretion in handling. May design processes to enhance workflow, and develop and make presentations. Provides data and information and determines appropriate action on requests from all levels of employees, customers, vendors, and other authorized parties and/or agencies. Has frequent contact with management and representatives of outside organizations and may be a contact point for outside organizations. May provide direction and guidance to less experienced staff. Assignments are complex in nature where judgment is required in analyzing, interpreting, and making recommendations in resolving non-routine issues.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Coordinates the activities of one or more functional areas or one or more project/business/technical units.
  • Gathers, collects, records, tracks, verifies data and information from multiple sources.
  • Coordinates, tracks, and reports on the progress of unit work assignments and/or projects.
  • Maintains, develops, and updates a variety of electronic and/or hard copy reports and records which may be confidential and sensitive in nature for a variety of parties which require independent interaction with management, customers, vendors or agencies..
  • Responds to a variety of verbal and written requests for information from internal sources and may respond to verbal and written requests for information from authorized external parties and/or agencies.
  • Assimilates data and prepares requested electronic and hard copy reports, and presentations.
  • May provide direction and guidance to less experienced staff and may make presentations to internal and external parties.
  • 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.
  • 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 Qualifications:
  • Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and six or more years experience in a field related to the specialized functional area or unit where assigned.
  • Must demonstrate an extensive in-depth understanding of assigned functional area principles, theories and concepts. Must possess:
  • The ability to grasp new concepts quickly.
  • The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Excellent organization skills and ability to establish priorities.
  • The ability to identify issues, interpret and explain complex information and solve non-routine problems, issues or situations that require evaluation and interpretation.
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report and interface effectively with all levels of personnel, including management, customers and vendors.
  • Comprehensive understanding of applicable policies and procedures as well as a complete understanding of relevant regulations.
  • Extensive knowledge of computer operations and applications.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required.

Salary:$65,410 - $99,888
Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Secret
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Benefits

  • Healthcare

  • Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans

  • Competitive Pay

  • Multiple product lines means a variety of work

  • Paid Time Off

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“The company is growing, has a very good reputation and had open positions in my area of expertise (aircraft design/design methodology development).”
– Peter, Senior Staff Engineer
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“We don't ascribe to quotas; we do ascribe to securing the BEST talent to enrich our culture toward healthy diversification and active/viable community service. We are STEM advocates.”
– Debra, CSSBB: Staff Engineer
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“Every day is different, with different problems to solve and many programs to support. I am a problem solver and have always been motivated by the tough questions.”
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“I work in the Components Engineering and Obsolescence Management Dept. Our efforts are saving General Atomics several millions of dollars by proactively leading and informing the company of all these decisions which significantly impact production, sustainment and new designs.”
– John, Staff Engineer

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