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Electronic Warfare Engineer

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 Salary

  • Job Level: Senior (8+ years)

  • Travel: 0 - 25

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  • Analytical
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  • Problem Solver
  • Team Player
  • Creative

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Job ID 48850BR Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Experience Level Senior (8+ years) Job Title Electronic Warfare Engineer City Poway State California Workstyle Hybrid Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Salary Range $105,890 - $189,545

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 for an Electronic Warfare Engineer to join our GA-ASI Strategic Development (STRATEV) Division, directly supporting the Operations Research & Assessments Group. This role will report directly to the Director of Operations Research & Assessments and will require an understanding of and proficiency with how Electronic Warfare systems support/enable military operations. The work performed will support all group projects, including those in support of Executive Management, Domestic and International STRATDEV, and multiple Profit & Loss (P&Ls) divisions responsible for developing company aircraft and sensor systems.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Work with a team of analysts to analyze new mission spaces in which GA-ASI aircraft and payloads can operate; identify ways GA-ASI aircraft and payload capabilities can be improved to accomplish existing missions; and develop Concepts of Operation (CONOPS) for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) to be used by customers in the military, the intelligence community, and law enforcement.
  • Work collaboratively with company Strategic Development personnel, program managers, and project engineers to achieve company strategic goals.
  • Develops innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in Electronic Warfare related engineering projects.
  • Provides focal point for technical communication within the Company management and may represent the Company as the prime technical contact to customers and/or government regulatory agencies.
  • Presents report(s) at engineering meetings, participates in program reviews and consults on Electronic Warfare related problems.
  • Provides expert guidance and consulting to other staff members working on difficult Electronic Warfare related engineering problems.
  • Addresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring novel and highly creative approaches drawing on advanced Electronic Warfare related engineering concepts.
  • May assume technical and engineering responsibility of the success of an identifiable project.
  • 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 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.
  • Previous experience with (and knowledge of) U.S. Military airborne Electronic Warfare and Air-to-Air Warfare missions is preferred.
  • Previous experience with (and knowledge of) adversarial Surface-to-Air Missile Systems, airborne Electronic Attack (EA) systems, airborne Electronic Protection (EP) systems, airborne Electronic Warfare Support (ESM) systems, and other Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) systems is preferred.
  • Previous experience with (and knowledge of) other U.S. military mission sets, including Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance, Close Air Support, Maritime Surveillance, and Anti-Submarine Warfare missions, is desired.
  • Previous experience with communications networks technologies, including tactical data links, mesh networks, and satellite communications is desired.
  • Familiarity with IPACOM, EUCOM, and CENTCOM, mission sets (and operational environments) is desired.
  • Previous experience with (and knowledge of) GA-ASI aircraft, including MQ-9, and related payload and communications technologies is desired.
  • 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.
  • Must have a general understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
  • Good communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required.
  • Must be able to work both independently and on a team.
  • Able to work extended hours as required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Salary:$105,890 - $189,545
Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Yes Clearance Level Top Secret (SCI access eligible)
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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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