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Engineering Designer

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: Senior (8+ years)

  • Travel: 0 - 25

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  • Analytical
  • Collaborative
  • Inventive
  • Problem Solver
  • Team Player
  • Creative

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Job ID 51981BR Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Experience Level Senior (8+ years) Job Title Engineering Designer City Poway State California Workstyle Onsite Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Hourly Salary Range $115,890 - $176,978

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 career opportunity for an Engineering Designer to join our Electrical Engineering team to assist in Electronic Computer Aided Design (ECAD) at GA-ASI division in San Diego, CA (Poway, CA).


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
  • This position works under limited supervision to complete the design of complex printed circuit boards (PCBs).
  • Provides leadership in developing creative design solutions.
  • The Engineering Designer is required to collaborate with electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and manufacturing groups.
  • A broad knowledge base is desired as PC Board layouts support a variety of electrical engineering designs including analog, high-speed digital, RF, and high power.
  • It is required to host layout reviews of the designs with the responsible design engineers, program stakeholders, and independent reviewers.
  • The Engineering Designer must be capable of reading through datasheets and managing design tradeoffs in a dynamic engineering environment.
  • Developing design requirements with the senior engineering staff is important to completing a design to meet the outlined requirements.
  • It is required to provide a finished design that meets constraints. Constraints are driven by: DFx (fabrication, assembly, test & rework), signal integrity, power integrity and mechanical packaging.
  • The expectation of this position is to validate conformity to design standards and specifications, identify design errors and other deficiencies, and recommends changes.
  • Provide all design deliverables of the electronic drawing package including standard fabrication and assembly drawings, RS274X Gerber, NC drill, IPC 356 files, back annotated schematics, BOMs, pick and place files etc.
  • Electrical CAD experience required. Experience with PADS and/or Altium is considered a plus.
  • Mechanical CAD experience is a plus. Experience with CREO, SolidWorks or Siemens NX is considered a plus.
  • Familiarity with IPC-7351 Library standards and the Siemens LP calculator are required.
  • ECAD Library development is a required skill set. Peer checking of parts and a commitment to library integrity is required.
  • Proficiency with Gerber viewers and design validation software is required.
  • Capable of being a team player and contributing to the success of the organization.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills enabling efficient communication with engineers, fabricators, and contract manufacturers.
  • Skilled in via structures, PCB laminates, and prepregs for the development of stack-ups that meet the electrical signal integrity requirements for a cost-effective design.
  • The job scope while primarily Engineering/PCB design may also include parts kitting, BOM management, component procurement, drawing updates/releases, and quick prototype activity (assembly and LPKF).

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 an Associates degree or a training certificate from a recognized organization indicating completion of training in basic electronics technology and in CAD design software and seventeen or more years of progressive experience designing PC boards utilizing CAD engineering design software. Additional experience designing PC boards may be substituted in lieu of education.
  • Must have complete understanding of engineering design concepts, drafting principles and demonstrate a high level of skill using electrical CAD engineering software.
  • Must possess the ability to understand concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving design process.
  • Must be able to organize, schedule, and complete projects efficiently and on time.
  • Must have strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills while being able to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • The ability to troubleshoot and test electronic assemblies and/or to rework electronic assemblies is considered a plus.
  • An advanced technical degree will be considered a plus.

Salary:$115,890 - $176,978
Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? No
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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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