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 a LO Materials and Processes Engineer to support the development and hardware fabrication for advanced Low Observable platforms at General Atomics-ASI. This engineering position supports the formulation and application of specialty materials for advanced aircraft applications as a member of the Advanced Aircraft Engineering (AAE) organization. In the LO M&P Engineering capacity, you will be a part of a team that focuses on the application of LO Materials on platforms from prototype through production. This individual will work across multiple disciplines to ensure these advanced platforms meet design requirements, and will be responsible for ensuring results meet expectations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead process development activities through a demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging materials and processing techniques to support objectives of new programs.
• Support new business development and proposal activities.
• Utilize process simulation tools to develop new or optimized materials and processes.
• Develop material and process specifications through collaboration with Manufacturing and Vendors to guide engineers in selecting appropriate materials by drawing from military standards, industry standards and material engineering experience.
• Perform materials related failure investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions by the inspection, analysis and testing of parts.
• Develop and execute material qualification plans, including fabrication and testing plans.
• Formulate coatings and paints and lead development of application methodologies for these materials.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives and provide support to sustaining manufacturing of production hardware to improve the quality and reduce cost of production.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• 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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas; capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and, lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects.
• Good understanding of coatings, adhesives, composite lamination and metallic bonding.
• Familiarity with development and application of coating processes.
• Familiarity with standard military qualification tests.
• Experience with transition of materials and processes from R&D into production.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance required.

Salary:$98,100 - $171,398