Job Description

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 to join our team as a System Development & Test (SD&T) Engineering Supervisor for our MQ-9 Training Systems SD&T Team. This position is located at our Poway, CA location supporting test and evaluation engineering activities on novel and innovative General Atomics systems.
This position is an excellent fit for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment with hands-on access to our industry-leading Unmanned platforms.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the MQ-9 Training Systems SD&T team activities under minimal supervision to determine/develop various test approaches to achieve program goals.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the training systems test team and other engineering disciplines, program management, and external stakeholders.
• Support test plan working groups, technical reviews, and safety reviews with internal and external customers.
• Coordinate test events with engineering labs and flight ops facilities.
• Support engineering staff to identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and aid in developing solutions to test and integration issues found during all phases of test utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
• Forecast and communicate staffing needs and priorities with the SD&T leadership team.
• Provide test program status to relevant internal and external stakeholders including technical, schedule, and cost/labor hour updates as needed.
• Perform annual performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback to team members regarding their technical work and professional growth.
• Participate in the recruitment and interview process for new engineering staff positions.
• Coordinate with other supervisors to share resources and align on cross-functional initiatives.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Ensure team compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and quality management systems.

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 or master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; 9 or more years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, 7 or more years of experience with a master’s degree, or 4 or more years of experience with a PhD.  May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Prior experience in a Test & Integration role for manned and/or unmanned aircraft platforms is highly desired.
• Previous flight or software test engineer with a qualification to perform tests for a military organization including prior Department of Defense (DoD) Developmental Test (DT) or Operational Test (OT) experience is highly desired.
• Experience as a test conductor, test director, test pilot/navigator, or participation in a Combined Test Team (CTT) or Integrated Test Force (ITF) is desired.
• Must have a thorough 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 be able to perform complex tasks in multiple engineering areas.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD clearance is required.
• 25% travel is required.