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General Atomics and Affiliated Companies Project Engineer USMC Programs in Poway, California

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.

Highlights Working For GA-ASI:

  • This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.

  • This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs.

  • Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.

  • Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced mid-level Project Engineer to join our United States Marine Corps (USMC) Engineering Team located in Poway, CA. This specific position supports the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) MQ-9A Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Engineering Team and will provide engineering support to USMC MQ-9A UAS Enterprise and Program of Record (PoR) production, development and sustainment contracts. USMC is an emerging program at the precipice of growth with the MQ-9. Our team prides ourselves on developing and maintaining healthy working relationships with our customer while meeting deliverables and exceeding expectations. We are looking for eager, self-motivated individuals who work well in a team environment are driven to deliver solutions and make meaningful contributions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supports operation of engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues.

  • Troubleshoots, analyzes, and repairs systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.

  • Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.

  • Directs the activities of designers, technicians and may direct the activities of less experienced professional staff.

  • May represent the organization in providing solutions to technical issues associated with specific projects.

  • Support production and integration of payloads/new capabilities on USMC platforms.

  • Act as primary technical interface with the customer to answer technical questions and develop short and long-term solutions to support customer enterprise.

  • Provide Lead Project Engineering support from proposal development through contract award and execution.

  • Interface with Program Managers and other Functional Engineering Departments to ensure customer deliverables and deadlines are met.

  • Perform Cost Account Manager duties to track project progress to maintain cost and schedule.

  • Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

  • Travel as needed to provide on-site technical support and solutions to our customer sites.

  • 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.45309

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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Ale to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks.

  • Able to work extended hours as required.

  • A Professional Engineering License is desirable.

  • Ability to obtain a maintain a DoD secret security clearance is required.

Salary: $81,080 - $141,650 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Secret Workstyle Hybrid

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.

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