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 in Poway, California to work on cutting edge of technology development and fielding – often QRC programs which go from development to fielding in less than a year.  Chance to field payloads which will immediately make a difference to the warfighters currently engaged in overseas operations.  Chance to work with the industry leader in the development and fielding of Unmanned Aircraft and be responsible for new payload development for these aircraft.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Direct all phases of the program from inception through completion to include responsibilities for cost, schedule and technical performance for SIGINT/EW/ASE development, test, and fielding on GA-ASI aircraft. 
• Primarily responsible for executing both internal and customer funded development and test efforts, both in laboratory and in field settings.
• Knowledge of current SIGINT/EW/ASE capabilities and employment.
• Experience with Flight testing and flight operations of SIGINT, EW , and ASE payloads
• Experience with pod-based SIGINT/EW 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 Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as eleven or more years of progressively complex program administration experience with at least five of those years managing programs. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education. 
• Previous experience developing/fielding SIGINT/EW systems.
• Knowledge of operational employment considerations and principles for EW/ASE/SIGINT systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and extensive experience working with external customers.
• Working knowledge of engineering fundamentals related to SIGINT/ASE/EW payloads (signal processing, direction finding techniques, etc.).