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 located in Poway, CA as a Mechanisms Engineer. In this position, you will lead development of mechanical systems consisting of a wide array of control/deployment mechanisms that interface rotary and linear electro-mechanical actuators and airframe/flight control surface structures. You will also collaborate with interdisciplinary functional teams including EE, Controls, Software, Flight Technologies, Landing Gear, and Aero Structures to ensure system level success. The Engineer will participate in mechanical system lifecycle development activities including requirements definition, design reviews, procurement/manufacturing, and qualification/certification. You will also perform trade studies of relevant technologies, devices and components. Additionally, you will provide product support for the GA-ASI's existing range of actuation and mechanism systems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designs aircraft mechanisms interfacing flight controls, utility, deployable equipment and other actuated systems.
• Determines annual and multi year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or project(s)/program(s).
• Represents the assigned systems or projects(s)/program(s) as a prime technical expert.
• Act as expert consultant and advisor in identified area(s) of engineering.
• Advises or directs the activities of assigned project(s)/program (s) to achieve technical objectives.
• Directs and allocates technical resources and professional staff to achieve objectives.
• Develops new and/or expands existing business opportunities.
• Ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.
• Participates in the planning, selection, retention, and development of the professional staff.
• Publishes and present technical papers and abstracts and participate in internal and external technical program reviews.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• 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; fifteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, thirteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or ten or more years with a PhD.  May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. 
• Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice as well as project and/or program leadership including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established project deadlines or milestones.
• Must posses the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles; resolve unusually complex technical problems; serve as spokesperson on projects and/or programs; and be a technical expert in one or more areas of engineering.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
• Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
• Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to a national or international engineering symposium, and invited to Chair engineering review panels as a technical expert are desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.