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Systems Engineer MQ9 Program

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: Mid-Level (3-7 years)

  • Travel: 0 - 25

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What makes a successful Systems Engineer MQ9 Program at General Atomics? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.

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

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Date posted 04/04/2024 Job ID 44286BR Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Experience Level Mid-Level (3-7 years) Job Title Systems Engineer MQ9 Program City Poway State California Workstyle Hybrid Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Salary Range $81,080 - $141,650

Job Summary Highlights Working For GA-ASI:
  • This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
  • This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs.
  • Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
  • Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.

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 are looking for a mid-level Systems Engineer to join our MQ-9 Requirements and Architecture Engineering team in in support of our MQ-9B International Programs in Poway, CA. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your system engineering expertise, integrating our cutting-edge technology to offer solutions to our portfolio of international customers, with the possibility of international travel.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Perform System Engineering activities primarily focused on Unmanned Aircraft (UA) related programs.
  • Lead or support system engineering activities for one or more project efforts to include system requirements, design, development, test, and verification activities.
  • Develop Requirement Specifications, Interface Control Documents, and Design Descriptions.
  • Support research and development for proposals, white papers, and action responses.
  • Elicit stakeholder needs, analysis and define requirements; to include allocations, allocation, decomposition, and bi-directional traceability.
  • Determine system impacts based on functional analysis to a proposed change.
  • Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements.
  • Resolve complex engineering problems through development and application of innovative processes and designs.
  • Effectively interface with personnel, both internal and external to the organization, using strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Context for interaction may include technical reviews, meetings, system level integration events, or representing the organization as a prime technical contact.
  • Employ standard System Engineering practices and methodology utilizing available tools and resources. Includes tools for requirements management (i.e., DOORS), data management (i.e., SharePoint), documentation (i.e., Microsoft Office) and other similar tool alternatives.
  • Apply Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) principles and tools to solve engineering challenges.
  • Develop and maintain engineering schedules/budgets for programs tasks or subtasks.

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; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
  • Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
  • Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks.
  • Able to work extended hours as required.
  • A Professional Engineering License is desirable.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Salary:$81,080 - $141,650
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.”
– Scott, Laser Scientist
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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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