Platform Sustainment Project Engineer

Poway, California

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General Atomics pioneers technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product lines within an incredible, dynamic environment.

Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.

Schedule: Full-Time Salary
Job Level: Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Travel: 0 - 25

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Job ID 47654BR Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Experience Level Entry-Level (0-2 years) Job Title Platform Sustainment Project Engineer City Poway State California Workstyle Hybrid Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Salary Range $68,770 - $116,193

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.

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 located in Poway, CA for a Project Engineer to support our Platform Sustainment (CLS) Project Engineering team. This position supports the engineering staff in implementation of the defense priorities and allocation system (DPAS).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Help develop and implement, with Government input, a process by which the DPAS data fields are investigated, analyzed, identified, and recorded into a database.
Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems.
Obtains and analyzes test data.
Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions.
May be required to make brief technical presentations.
May provide direction to design and/or technical staff.
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 or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
Must have a general understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
Good communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Must be able to work extended hours as required.
An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable.
Ability to obtain a maintain a DoD secret security clearance is required.

Salary:$68,770 - $116,193

Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Secret

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Benefits

Healthcare
Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans
Competitive Pay
Multiple product lines means a variety of work
Paid Time Off

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“The company is growing, has a very good reputation and had open positions in my area of expertise (aircraft design/design methodology development).”

– Peter, Senior Staff Engineer

“We don't ascribe to quotas; we do ascribe to securing the BEST talent to enrich our culture toward healthy diversification and active/viable community service. We are STEM advocates.”

– Debra, CSSBB: Staff Engineer

“Every day is different, with different problems to solve and many programs to support. I am a problem solver and have always been motivated by the tough questions.”

– Scott, Laser Scientist

“I work in the Components Engineering and Obsolescence Management Dept. Our efforts are saving General Atomics several millions of dollars by proactively leading and informing the company of all these decisions which significantly impact production, sustainment and new designs.”

– John, Staff Engineer

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