Engineering Manufacturing Liaison

Poway, California

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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: Mid-Level (3-7 years)
Travel: 0 - 25

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Job ID 50246BR Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Experience Level Mid-Level (3-7 years) Job Title Engineering Manufacturing Liaison City Poway State California Workstyle Onsite Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Salary Range $68,770 - $116,193

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 in San Diego, CA. (Poway, CA) for an Engineering Manufacturing Liaison. This position supports the Project Engineering Radar Product Team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support project engineering and manufacturing by serving as a liaison between the engineering and manufacturing departments.
Provide support for engineering products on both the manufacturing and the integration floors.
Expedite critical path components and processes to maintain production schedule.
Working with the Sustaining Project Engineer, evaluate and recommend a resolution for engineering related production problems related to manufacturing, design, quality and material engineering.
Exercise independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance.
Other duties as assigned or required.
Demonstrate proficiency in problem solving, root cause analysis and drawing change procedures.
Understand the intricacies of the AMS manufacturing and SI&T processes.
Understand the workflow for procurement, SAP system and warehouse configurations.
Ability to quickly grasp and understand the full scope of radar integration activities and come up to speed quickly in new areas. Take on a high-level problems and recommend a technical path forward
Strong ability to collaborate and draw support and guidance from senior engineering staff and program management office.
Ability to build a good working relationship with the technicians and engineers supporting production and sustaining activities.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

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 bachelor's degree in business, planning or a related discipline and five or more years of progressive experience in planning, coordinating and scheduling production operations. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
Must have a basic knowledge of production and engineering support principles and concepts and a general understanding of practices, techniques, and standards.
Must be customer focused and possess:
- Ability to use independent analysis and judgment in developing solutions to a variety of non-routine problems;
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences;
- Excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees and managers
- Strong computer skills, specifically both Windows and Linux environments
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.
Experience with Lynx SAR and Due Regard radar, PLS and FCL process, LoLA, MoSim, Claw, GCS, RFLB and SPU a plus.

Salary:$68,770 - $116,193

Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Mid-Level (3-7 years)

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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

“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

“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.”

– Scott, Laser Scientist

“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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