Electrical Engineer

San Diego, 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: Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Travel: 0 - 25

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Job ID 48418BR Company General Atomics Experience Level Entry-Level (0-2 years) Job Title Electrical Engineer City San Diego State California Workstyle Onsite Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Salary Range $68,770 - $116,193

Job Summary General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. We are hiring an Electrical Engineer to join our team in Rancho Bernardo. This position is responsible for supporting the Electrical Engineering sustainment team in resolving a wide range of advanced technical issues in Electrical Engineering. The candidate will evaluate, interpret and resolve systems engineering problems to meet the design requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Evaluate, interpret and resolve systems engineering problems to meet the design requirements.
Develops innovative but practical solutions to advance technical problems in engineering.
Address complex and difficult technical and manufacturing issues during the build of EMALS and AAG systems and sub-systems.
Create, re-draw and update drawings utilizing engineering change process and tools
Participates in the internal and external technical project/program reviews including preliminary and critical/detailed design reviews to ensure they meet defined product requirements.
Prepares and reviews documented design inputs for electrical design, as well as identify obsolescence required in support of the continuous operation of EMALS and AAG systems.
Troubleshoots conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements.
Reviews requirement matrix and/or statement of work to generate basis of estimates in support of customer proposals
Generates plan and procedures for systems qualification testing, as well as factory acceptance testing, utilizing engineering and scientific principles.
Presents report(s) at engineering meetings, participate in program reviews and consults on problems

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 or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
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, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Must be able to work extended hours as required. An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required

Salary:$68,770 - $116,193

Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Entry-Level (0-2 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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