Job Description

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.

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Mechanical Engineer in the Concepts and Technology Development (CTD) group located in Rancho Bernardo, CA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and build first of a kind prototype undersea and energy storage system.
• Design and build test bench for subsystem
• Perform low fidelity structural Finite Element Analysis (FEA) in Solidworks. 
• Develop and release 2D and 3D models for fabrication.
• Applies basic technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned routine engineering problems.
• Performs functional testing of equipment and systems by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
• Obtains and analyzes test data.
• Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to project engineering.
• May be required to make technical presentations to project staff.
• May provide direction to design staff or technicians.
• Maintains 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.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.  
• Experience using a drill press, mill, lathe and other machine shop equipment is desirable
• Knowledge of different fabrication methods is desirable.
• 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.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow and apply basic engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• 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.
• Familiar with Mathcad and MATLAB or similar analysis tools is desired. 
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• Familiarity with solidworks. 
• An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable.
• US citizenship is required.