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Senior Project Engineer - MQ-9B India MRO and Production

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: Senior (8+ years)

  • Travel: 0 - 25

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Job ID 48272BR Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Experience Level Senior (8+ years) Job Title Senior Project Engineer - MQ-9B India MRO and Production City Poway State California Workstyle Hybrid Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Salary Range $116,480 - $208,505

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 for an experienced Project Engineer to join our MQ-9B Program Engineering group located in Poway, CA focused on development and fielding of MQ-9B SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian UAS for the country of India.

This Project Engineer will support global strategic supplier development efforts to establish Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) as well as production of MQ-9B subsystems and components within India. In this role, the Project Engineer will play an integral role establishing indigenous MRO and production capability within India meeting contractual and strategic goals for this program.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Work collaboratively with India suppliers to include development of work packages, contract elements and collaboration work products
  • Develop supplier SOWs for Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) services
  • Prepare RFP packages for suppliers
  • Develop Product Service Agreements with suppliers
  • Validate standardized work instructions with production
  • Develop list of special tools, fixtures, and test equipment needed for repair work
  • Prepares Depot Bill of Material (BOM) kits for repairs
  • Document special processes and certification for repair work
  • Document long lead items for System Spares, Payloads, Depot Parts and Tools
  • Identify and document required depot training for repair work
  • Assists in preparation of technical data package for Ground Support Equipment (GSE) production in India
  • Prepare monthly Program Progress Status reports with IMS schedule updates
  • Support supplier/customer meetings, take minutes and follow up action items
  • Prepare internal program review updates
  • Review RFI responses from international suppliers; track supplier responses and summarize key findings
  • Assist in technology transfer and provide product engineering support
  • Maintain production progress tracker with any new purchases
  • Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination elements, and special requirements
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven 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 with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
  • Able to work extended hours and travel as required, to include international travel to India
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
  • Must possess:
    • Ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment
    • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals
    • Capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact
    • Ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals
    • Must be customer focused
    • Able to work on a self- initiated basis or in a team environment

Salary:$116,480 - $208,505
Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not 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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